E-3 Visa Speech Pathologist Jobs
Speech Pathologist roles qualify as E-3 specialty occupations, requiring a master's degree in speech-language pathology and a state license before you can start work. Australian SLPs can secure employer sponsorship through the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and renews every two years without a cap, making it one of the more stable paths into U.S. healthcare.
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Position Overview
United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our experienced Home Care team. In this role, you’ll provide individualized evaluation and treatment to patients in their homes—helping them improve communication, cognition, and swallowing to support safety and independence. You’ll collaborate with a dedicated team of therapists, nurses, and other professionals to create patient-centered care plans that reflect each individual’s goals.
Home care offers the opportunity to build strong, one-on-one connections with patients and their families. If you’re looking for a flexible, autonomous role where your clinical expertise can make a meaningful impact in daily life, we invite you to bring your skills to a setting that’s as personal as it is rewarding.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
Speech Pathology Therapy, UHS Home Care
Primary Work Shift:
Day
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$33.57 - $51.39 per hour, depending on experience
Job Responsibilities
- Interpret and implement medical prescriptions for speech-language pathology services, ensuring appropriateness for the home care environment
- Conduct thorough assessments in the patient's home using standardized tools to evaluate communication, cognitive-linguistic function, voice, fluency, and swallowing abilities
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that reflect both short- and long-term patient goals, with attention to the home environment and available resources
- Adjust treatment strategies based on patient progress, caregiver input, and observed response to therapy, ensuring goals remain functional and achievable in the home setting
- Document all assessments, interventions, patient progress, and caregiver interactions using electronic or paper records in compliance with agency policies and regulatory standards
- Ensure documentation supports reimbursement criteria and meets all required timelines and confidentiality regulations, including HIPAA and agency-specific guidelines
- Provide education and training to patients and caregivers on communication strategies, compensatory techniques, and safe swallowing practices within the context of daily home routines
- Establish strong rapport and effective communication with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care
- Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and care planning discussions to align therapy goals with overall care plans and discharge readiness
- Collaborate with care managers and vendors to recommend and coordinate the provision of durable medical equipment or assistive technology when indicated
- Maintain professional licensure through ongoing continuing education, and stay current with clinical best practices relevant to home-based speech-language pathology
- Assist in mentoring peers or evaluating competencies of other clinicians as needed, contributing to team development and quality of care
Position Qualifications
Minimum Required:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA, or current candidate in a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY)
- Current New York State license as a Speech-Language Pathologist
- Current CPR certification
Preferred:
- Previous clinical experience
- Experience working with dysphagia and neurogenic communication disorders
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get your ASHA certification before applying
U.S. employers expect the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA or confirmed eligibility for it. Start your application early, processing takes several weeks and you'll need it to satisfy state licensure requirements before your start date.
Target healthcare systems with E-3 hiring history
Search DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data for employers who have filed LCAs for Speech-Language Pathologist roles. Hospital networks, school districts, and rehabilitation groups that already understand the E-3 visa process move faster than employers filing their first LCA.
Use Migrate Mate to manage your LCA and visa paperwork
Once you have an offer, your employer must file a certified LCA with the DOL before your consulate appointment can proceed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so neither you nor your employer misses a compliance step.
Clarify state licensure timelines with your employer upfront
Every U.S. state issues its own SLP license, and some states take eight to twelve weeks to process applications from internationally trained applicants. Confirm your employer can delay your start date or offer a provisional arrangement while your license clears.
Address your three-year Australian degree proactively
Australian bachelor's degrees in speech pathology are typically three years, which can prompt questions about U.S. equivalency. Have a credentials evaluation completed before interviews so you can present documented equivalency alongside your transcript rather than explaining it under pressure.
Negotiate who files the LCA in your offer letter
The E-3 requires the employer to file the LCA, not you. Before signing an offer, confirm in writing that your employer will initiate the DOL filing. Some smaller clinics assume the applicant manages this step, which creates delays when they discover the legal obligation falls on them.
E-3 Visa Speech Pathologist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Speech Pathologist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Speech Pathologist roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Beyond that, DOL LCA disclosure data shows which hospital networks, school districts, and rehabilitation providers have filed for SLP roles under the E-3 or H-1B visa before, which tells you which employers already understand the process.
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 a Speech Pathologist role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes. Speech-language pathology requires at minimum a master's degree in the field, which satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation requirement that a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge is necessary for the role. ASHA's CCC-SLP credential and state licensure requirements further reinforce the specialty occupation classification, so approval risk on this point is low for qualified applicants.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian Speech Pathologists?
The E-3 is significantly more predictable for SLPs. The H-1B has an annual cap of 85,000 and is subject to a lottery, meaning you could go through an entire hiring process and not get selected. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been exhausted, requires no lottery, and can be filed at any time of year. For Australian nationals, the E-3 is the practical default.
Can I switch SLP employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you cannot start work for the new employer until a new LCA has been certified by the DOL and a new E-3 visa has been issued. Unlike some other visa categories, the E-3 does not allow portability between employers. You'll need to coordinate timing carefully, particularly if your current visa stamp is expiring, and apply for a new E-3 at a U.S. consulate before beginning the new role.