E-3 Visa Speech Language Pathologist Jobs
Speech Language Pathologist roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship because they meet the specialty occupation standard: a bachelor's degree in communication sciences or disorders is the baseline requirement. Australian SLPs are in demand across U.S. hospital systems, school districts, and rehabilitation centers, and the E-3's no-lottery structure means you can start the process the moment you have a job offer.
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Responsibilities
- Assesses, treats and documents care of inpatients and outpatients referred for speech-language pathology services in compliance with organizational, departmental, legal, regulatory and professional requirements.
- Organizes and conducts speech therapy programs to restore function, maximize independence, and prevent or correct disability following disease, injury, or illness.
Qualifications
Master of Science, Arts, or Education degree in Speech-Language Pathology from ASHA accredited institution. Must be eligible for license in the state of Florida in Speech-Language Pathology. Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or participating in an ASHA Clinical Fellowship Year supervised by a Mayo Clinic speech-language pathologist certified by ASHA Licensed by the State of Florida Department of Health in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Experience with brain injured patients.
- Experience or interest in augmentative/alternative communication systems.
- Experience evaluating and treating patients with dysphagia.
- Experience evaluating and treating patients with voice disorders.
- Required to attend seminar familiarizing the incumbent with emergency evacuation procedures.
- CPR certification is required within 90 days of employment.
- Must also attend in-service Hazardous Waste Communication.
- Due to nature of the work, good interpersonal skills and sensitivity are necessary.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification.
- Attends all mandated educational programs annually.
- Serves as a clinical instructor, member of a committee or task force, or serves in other appropriate department support role.
- Demonstrates an appropriate and accurate evaluation or treatment procedure.
- Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development required for effective communication and care of the adolescent, adult and older adult populations.
- Acute Care Experience preferred.
- “It is preferred that speech-language pathologists with primary positions in the Voice Clinic hold a Master of Music with concentration of vocal performance.”
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
$37.63 - $56.40 / hour
Benefits Eligible
No
Schedule
Part Time
Hours/Pay Period
PRN
Schedule Details
Looking for PRN coverage primarily for Saturdays 2-3 x's a month and during Holidays. May have some needs during the week as well in the future.
Weekend Schedule
2-3x's month Saturday coverage-9:00-5:00; Holiday coverage and occasional FMLA and during week coverage needed as well.
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Willie Stocker
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Get your credentials assessed before applying
U.S. employers and state licensing boards will ask whether your Australian SLP qualification is equivalent to a U.S. master's degree. The Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools does not cover SLPs, request a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized provider before you start applying.
Target employers who hold ASHA certification
Healthcare systems and school districts that employ ASHA-certified supervisors are already structured to support SLPs through licensure. Those employers understand credentialing timelines and are more likely to navigate provisional license periods alongside your E-3 visa sponsorship process.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Speech Language Pathologist roles by employers who have sponsored E-3 visas, so you're not guessing which facilities will support the process. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer.
Clarify your state license situation with your employer
Most states require full licensure before you can bill independently, but some issue provisional licenses during the credentialing period. Confirm with your employer whether your start date aligns with your expected state license approval, not just your E-3 approval.
Confirm the LCA wage level matches your role
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying they'll pay at least the prevailing wage for your SLP role and location. Check that the job description submitted on the LCA accurately reflects your duties, wage level mismatches are a common E-3 RFE trigger.
Prepare your specialty occupation documentation carefully
USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. For SLP positions, bring your Australian degree transcript, any ASHA equivalency documentation, and a letter from your employer confirming the degree requirement is part of the standard hiring criteria.
E-3 Visa Speech Language Pathologist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Speech Language Pathologist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search SLP roles by employers with E-3 sponsorship history. Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, so you end up cold-applying to roles where the employer hasn't sponsored before. Migrate Mate surfaces positions where sponsorship is already part of the hiring process, which shortens the path from application to offer significantly.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an SLP role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Speech Language Pathologist positions qualify because they require a specific bachelor's or master's degree in communication sciences and disorders. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on whether the degree requirement is standard for the role industry-wide, SLP roles meet that standard, and the requirement is well-established across hospital systems, school districts, and private clinics.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian SLPs?
The E-3 is substantially more practical for Australian SLPs than the H-1B visa. There's no annual cap and no lottery, so your employer can file any time of year and the process moves on its own merits. The H-1B has an 85,000-slot annual cap with a random selection process, meaning qualified applicants are regularly excluded regardless of their credentials or offer quality.
Can I start work before my E-3 visa is approved?
No. You need your E-3 visa stamp before you can enter the U.S. in that status and begin work. Unlike H-1B change-of-status cases where a filing receipt can sometimes bridge employment, E-3 applications are processed at a U.S. consulate in Australia. Plan your start date around the consulate appointment timeline at Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth.