
Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatric - Outpatient Clinic
- Agency
- AHS Staffing
- Location
- Batesville, AR
- Job type
- Local
- Pay
- $1,716
- Profession
- Speech-Language Pathologist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $42.90
- Weekly
- $1,716
- Yearly (full-time)
- $89,232
This job pays about $42.90/hour — 7% above the median for Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Arkansas ($40.18/hour).
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Arkansas right now
- 5 open Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Arkansas from 1 agency, 2 of them in Batesville.
- Pay in these listings: $31.15 – $63.16/hour, median $49.86/hour.
- Typical Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Arkansas: $40.18/hour ($83,574/year, BLS).
Job description
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Full-Time Contract Position | Batesville, Arkansas
PediaStaff is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for a contract opportunity in a pediatric therapy clinic and developmental preschool in Batesville, Arkansas.
This is a great opportunity to work with young children from birth through age 7, helping them develop essential communication skills and reach important developmental milestones. If you’re passionate about pediatric therapy and enjoy providing individualized, child-centered care, we’d love to connect with you!
Position Highlights
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Position: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
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Location: Batesville, Arkansas
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Schedule: Monday–Friday, with availability between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
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Setting: Pediatric therapy clinic and developmental preschool
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Population: Children from birth through age 7
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Weekly Hours: 35
What You’ll Do
As a contract Speech-Language Pathologist, you’ll provide individualized speech and language services to young children, supporting their communication development and overall progress.
Responsibilities include:
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Conduct speech-language evaluations and re-evaluations to identify each child’s needs.
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Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings and developmental goals.
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Provide speech-language therapy services to help children improve their communication skills.
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Prepare evaluation reports, progress notes, and other required clinical documentation accurately and on time.
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Review and update treatment plans quarterly and maintain complete patient records.
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Identify when children may benefit from additional clinical services and make referrals as appropriate.
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Participate in parent meetings, peer reviews, professional development, and required training.
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Communicate professionally with families, colleagues, and other members of the clinical team.
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Follow applicable clinical, health, safety, and confidentiality guidelines.
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Maintain professional licensure and continuing education requirements.
Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university.
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Current Arkansas Speech-Language Pathologist license.
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ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) or completion of a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
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At least one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Passion for working with young children, including those at risk for developmental delays.
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Strong communication, organization, time-management, and documentation skills.
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Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a busy clinical environment.
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Basic computer skills and the ability to prepare accurate clinical reports.
Why Work With PediaStaff?
At PediaStaff, we specialize in connecting speech-language pathologists and other pediatric therapy professionals with rewarding opportunities in clinical and educational settings. We understand the importance of finding an assignment that aligns with your experience, career goals, and preferred work environment.
When you work with PediaStaff, you’ll have a team supporting you throughout your assignment, including assistance with onboarding, credentialing, and communication with your placement team.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today! A PediaStaff recruiter would love to connect with you, answer your questions, and share more details about this contract opportunity.
Compensation, contract duration, and assignment details will be discussed with qualified candidates.
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