Speech Language Pathologist Jobs in Missouri

Speech Language Pathologist jobs in Missouri are concentrated in healthcare systems, school districts, and outpatient rehabilitation clinics, with demand at every level from clinical fellows entering the field to seasoned specialists. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield are the state's busiest hiring markets, with major employers such as BJC HealthCare, SSM Health, and the Mercy health system posting consistently throughout the year. The most in-demand specialties in Missouri include pediatric language disorders, dysphagia management, and early intervention services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles81
Top employerAspire Senior Living
Top cityKansas City, MO
Cities hiring49
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
HiredFirst
Campbell, Missouri
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$46 - $53/hr

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
HiredFirst
Union, Missouri
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$46 - $53/hr

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Speech Language Pathologist
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Speech Language Pathologist
Prime Healthcare Management
Rock Port, Missouri
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Speech Therapy
Master's degree in speech-language pathology (SLP)
501-1,000

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - PRN Days | St. Luke's Rehab
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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - PRN Days | St. Luke's Rehab
St. Luke's Rehabilitation Hospital
Chesterfield, Missouri
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Speech Therapy
BLS Certification

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Speech-Language Pathologist
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Speech-Language Pathologist
Susan Martin Nussbaum, P.C. Speech Therapy Rehabilitation
Fenton, Missouri
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Speech Therapy
$40 - $45/hr
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Speech Language Pathologist Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Kansas City
8 jobs
St. Louis
6 jobs
Springfield
5 jobs
Chesterfield
5 jobs
Ozark
3 jobs
Saint Peters
3 jobs
Union
2 jobs
Joplin
2 jobs
Columbia
2 jobs

Speech Language Pathologist Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Aspire Senior Living7 open roles
Reliant Rehabilitation6 open roles
Career Links4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in speech language pathologist jobs across Missouri.

  • Active Missouri speech-language pathologist license issued by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
  • Master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited graduate program
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA or active clinical fellowship
  • Experience conducting evaluations and delivering treatment across pediatric or adult caseloads
  • Proficiency with AAC devices, dysphagia protocols, or early intervention frameworks depending on setting
  • Ability to maintain accurate documentation in electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner

Speech Language Pathologist Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a speech language pathologist in Missouri?

To work as a speech language pathologist in Missouri, you must hold a license issued by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts. Licensure requires a master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program and completion of a supervised clinical fellowship. Most Missouri employers also expect the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence. Applications are submitted directly to the state board.

How much do speech language pathologists make in Missouri?

Speech language pathologists in Missouri earn a median of about $89,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,180 for the lowest 10% to over $119,240 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire speech language pathologists in Missouri?

Missouri speech language pathologist roles are posted by Aspire Senior Living, Reliant Rehabilitation, and Career Links and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems and its extensive public school network generate the most consistent hiring volume across the state.

Which Missouri cities have the most speech language pathologist jobs?

Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield account for the most speech language pathologist openings in Missouri. St. Louis and Kansas City lead because of their concentration of major hospital systems, children's hospitals, and large public school districts, while Springfield's steady growth as a regional healthcare hub drives demand in the southwest corner of the state.

Are there remote speech language pathologist jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're limited compared to desk-based professions because most speech language pathologist work requires direct patient or student contact. About 0% of speech language pathologist openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. Teletherapy roles serving rural Missouri school districts or home-health platforms tend to be the most common remote opportunities in the state.

How can I get hired as a speech language pathologist in Missouri with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is applying for a clinical fellowship year position, which Missouri health systems and school districts post specifically for master's graduates who have not yet earned full licensure. BJC HealthCare, SSM Health, and large Missouri public school districts in the Kansas City and St. Louis metro areas regularly bring on clinical fellows. Completing your ASHA-required supervised hours in Missouri and obtaining your state license as early as eligibility allows gives you a clear edge over candidates still in the process.

Where can I find and apply to speech language pathologist jobs in Missouri?

You can find and apply to speech language pathologist jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings from employers hiring right now. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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