Entry Level Speech Pathologist Jobs
New grad speech pathologist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical placement hours or internship work can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, with employers like Ivy Rehab Network, HealthPRO Heritage, and Optum hiring at this level now.
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About us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Speech Language Pathologist 1 plans and gives speech language pathology services. This includes evaluation, treatment, and education programs for patients to restore speech, language, and swallowing abilities.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Evaluates, treats and monitors patient within the speech pathology treatment plan. Modifies therapy program and goals.
- Performs thorough and concise clinical documentation in a timely manner. Enters charges accurately. Knows reimbursement related to practice setting.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and the medical care team. Provides education to patients, family, and staff.
- Supervises students and volunteers. Clinical fellowship mentors and those in their clinical fellowship period follow the American Speech Language Hearing Association supervision guidelines.
- Advances clinical skills through ongoing education, literature review, and evidence-based practice. Imparts knowledge to develop colleagues' clinical skills. Adheres to organizational, national, and state regulatory guidelines.
- Maintains awareness of system goals. Aligns personal goals and work activities to uphold or impact the system goals.
Key Success Factors
- Must have completed Clinical Fellowship Year.
- Must possess excellent social relation skills to include excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must demonstrate aptitude in assigned areas as specified for each clinician.
- Exhibits proven cooperation and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team. Assures excellent customer service to patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.
- Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment.
- High attention to detail in fast paced and dynamic environment.
- Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining a high level of productivity.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Masters'
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
About us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Speech Language Pathologist 1 plans and gives speech language pathology services. This includes evaluation, treatment, and education programs for patients to restore speech, language, and swallowing abilities.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Evaluates, treats and monitors patient within the speech pathology treatment plan. Modifies therapy program and goals.
- Performs thorough and concise clinical documentation in a timely manner. Enters charges accurately. Knows reimbursement related to practice setting.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and the medical care team. Provides education to patients, family, and staff.
- Supervises students and volunteers. Clinical fellowship mentors and those in their clinical fellowship period follow the American Speech Language Hearing Association supervision guidelines.
- Advances clinical skills through ongoing education, literature review, and evidence-based practice. Imparts knowledge to develop colleagues' clinical skills. Adheres to organizational, national, and state regulatory guidelines.
- Maintains awareness of system goals. Aligns personal goals and work activities to uphold or impact the system goals.
Key Success Factors
- Must have completed Clinical Fellowship Year.
- Must possess excellent social relation skills to include excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must demonstrate aptitude in assigned areas as specified for each clinician.
- Exhibits proven cooperation and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team. Assures excellent customer service to patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.
- Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment.
- High attention to detail in fast paced and dynamic environment.
- Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining a high level of productivity.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Masters'
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
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- Ivy Rehab Network33
- HealthPRO Heritage27
- Optum8
- Banner Health7
- FOX Rehabilitation7
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- Education8
- Insurance2
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Entry Level Speech Pathologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level speech pathologist job?
Complete your graduate clinical hours and secure your Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) or state licensure, since most employers require both before a first hire. Highlight supervised practicum settings on your resume, tailor your cover letter to the patient population, and apply to hospitals, schools, and outpatient clinics that explicitly list new graduates as welcome. A strong clinical reference from a supervisor often closes the deal at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level speech pathologists?
Companies hiring entry level speech pathologists right now include Ivy Rehab Network, HealthPRO Heritage, and Optum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from school districts, pediatric therapy groups, rehabilitation hospitals, and home health agencies that have structured onboarding and supervision built in for new clinicians.
Are there remote entry level speech pathologist jobs?
Yes, though most speech pathology roles still require in-person care, teletherapy has opened a real share of remote positions for entry level clinicians. About 6% of entry level speech pathologist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with school-based telepractice and pediatric outpatient platforms among the most active in hiring new grads for fully remote caseloads.
Are these new grad speech pathologist jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior speech pathologist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts graduate clinical placements or internships toward the requirement, or explicitly invites candidates who are completing licensure. Look for language like 'new graduates encouraged to apply' or 'supervised fellowship considered' as reliable signals.
Which industries hire the most entry level speech pathologists?
Entry Level speech pathologist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they carry high patient volume, often have clinical fellowship structures that support new clinicians, and face consistent staffing demand that makes them willing to invest in developing early-career talent.