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Speech Language Pathologist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which permanently ties your immigration status to a U.S. employer rather than a temporary visa cycle. Hospitals, school districts, and rehabilitation networks regularly file I-140 petitions for SLPs, making sponsored positions more accessible than in many other clinical specialties.
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Get Access To All JobsSpeech Language Pathologist / PRN SLP, Home Health
Location: Lexington, MS
Position: Speech Language Pathologist
Position Type: PRN
Remote/Virtual Position: No
Coverage Area: Holmes & Yazoo Counties
Salary: $83,000 - $92,000 / Paid on a Pay Per Point basis. The compensation reflected on this posting is an estimate of annual compensation for full-time status.
Schedule: PRN, M-F 8am-5pm Offer Based on Years of Experience
Reimagining Your Career in Home Health
Caring for others is more than what you do — it’s who you are. At AccentCare, you’ll join a purpose-driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You’ll belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other; a team committed to consistently providing exceptional care. We’re proud to be named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek — a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, so does the community of care we’re building together.
Be the Best Speech Language Pathologist You Can Be
If you meet these qualifications, we want to meet you!
- A degree and an internship from an approved master’s program in Speech-Language Pathology or as required by applicable law and/or regulation
- Meet the education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, granted by the American Speech-Language Pathology, granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
Required Certifications and Licensures:
- Certified to practice Speech-Language Pathology, with a minimum of one (1) year’s clinical experience in Speech-Language Pathology
- Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role
- Valid driver’s license and an automobile that is insured
Our Investment in You
Caring for others starts with caring for you. We’re committed to fostering a purpose-driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well-being. Our benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Company-matching 401(k)
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
- Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
- Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
- And more!
Come As You Are
At AccentCare, you’re part of a community that cares — for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.
Speech Language Pathologist / PRN SLP, Home Health
Location: Lexington, MS
Position: Speech Language Pathologist
Position Type: PRN
Remote/Virtual Position: No
Coverage Area: Holmes & Yazoo Counties
Salary: $83,000 - $92,000 / Paid on a Pay Per Point basis. The compensation reflected on this posting is an estimate of annual compensation for full-time status.
Schedule: PRN, M-F 8am-5pm Offer Based on Years of Experience
Reimagining Your Career in Home Health
Caring for others is more than what you do — it’s who you are. At AccentCare, you’ll join a purpose-driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You’ll belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other; a team committed to consistently providing exceptional care. We’re proud to be named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek — a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, so does the community of care we’re building together.
Be the Best Speech Language Pathologist You Can Be
If you meet these qualifications, we want to meet you!
- A degree and an internship from an approved master’s program in Speech-Language Pathology or as required by applicable law and/or regulation
- Meet the education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, granted by the American Speech-Language Pathology, granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
Required Certifications and Licensures:
- Certified to practice Speech-Language Pathology, with a minimum of one (1) year’s clinical experience in Speech-Language Pathology
- Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role
- Valid driver’s license and an automobile that is insured
Our Investment in You
Caring for others starts with caring for you. We’re committed to fostering a purpose-driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well-being. Our benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Company-matching 401(k)
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
- Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
- Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
- And more!
Come As You Are
At AccentCare, you’re part of a community that cares — for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Speech Language Pathologist
Verify your credentials match ASHA requirements
PERM requires your foreign degree to meet the same standards as a U.S. master's in communication sciences. Get a credential evaluation confirming equivalency before any employer starts your labor certification, since gaps discovered mid-filing cause costly delays.
Target healthcare systems with established PERM pipelines
School districts and hospital networks that have sponsored SLPs before already have immigration counsel, standard job descriptions, and prevailing-wage documentation in place. Look for facilities posting roles with 'visa sponsorship available' in the job requirements section.
Search sponsored SLP openings on Migrate Mate
Filter by green card sponsorship and SLP job titles to find employers with active PERM filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces that data directly so you're not guessing which healthcare systems are willing to sponsor.
Confirm the prevailing wage before your offer stage
Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to see the Level I through Level IV wage tiers. Your offer must meet or exceed the certified prevailing wage, and knowing that figure in advance lets you negotiate without derailing the PERM application.
Understand how your CCC certification affects EB-2 eligibility
The Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA can support an EB-2 advanced-degree petition if your master's is accompanied by documented specialized work. Clarify with your sponsoring employer whether they intend to file EB-2 or EB-3 before signing your offer letter.
Ask employers about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing timing
If your priority date is current when the I-140 is approved, you can file for adjustment of status immediately. Confirming this timeline with your employer's immigration attorney before accepting an offer avoids unexpected delays in reaching permanent residency.
Green Card Speech Language Pathologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Speech Language Pathologist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
SLP positions can qualify for either category. EB-3 covers professionals with a U.S. bachelor's or foreign equivalent, which typically includes a master's in communication sciences. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree and the employer documents that requirement. Your employer's immigration attorney makes the category determination based on the specific job duties and your credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for SLP roles?
An H-1B visa is a temporary work visa renewed in three-year increments, subject to an annual lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no cap concerns for EB-3 filers from most countries. The process takes longer since PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status are sequential, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a visa tied to one employer's continued sponsorship.
Which employers commonly sponsor Speech Language Pathologists for green cards?
Hospital systems, skilled nursing facilities, pediatric rehabilitation centers, and public school districts are the most consistent SLP sponsors. These employers face chronic shortages in rural and underserved markets and frequently use PERM as a long-term staffing solution. Using Migrate Mate to filter by green card sponsorship lets you identify which specific employers have active filing history in your target location.
What documents do I need before a sponsoring employer files my PERM application?
You'll typically need a foreign credential evaluation confirming your degree is equivalent to a U.S. master's, your ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence if you hold one, state licensure documentation for the state where you'll work, and any prior employment records the employer needs to satisfy DOL's recruitment requirements. Gathering these before the PERM filing window opens prevents delays in the labor certification stage.
How long does the full EB-3 green card process take for an SLP?
PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months depending on DOL audit activity. After PERM approval, the employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, which adds several months under standard processing. Adjustment of status timelines then depend on your country of birth and priority date. For most countries outside India and China, the entire process from PERM filing to green card approval typically runs two to four years.