Speech Pathologist Jobs in Kentucky
Speech Pathologist jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green, where hospital systems, school districts, and rehabilitation networks maintain steady hiring from clinical fellows through senior clinicians. Large employers with lasting Kentucky footprints include Norton Healthcare, Baptist Health, and the University of Kentucky's health and education programs. Demand is strongest in pediatric language disorders, dysphagia management, and school-based services, reflecting the state's mix of urban medical centers and rural outreach programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Evolve Therapy Services is a therapy management organization hiring compassionate therapists for our partner located in Phelps, KY!
Job Position: Speech Language Pathologist for an In-house Skilled Nursing Facility
Job Type: Part Time or PRN
Job Purpose: To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Speech Language Pathology services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be direction by Administrator, to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is always maintained.
Job Functions:
To provide quality speech therapy services and initiate referrals when appropriate, in accordance with established standards of practice, therapy department procedures and productivity standards.
To evaluate and obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation
To develop a treatment plan that includes a target list, short-term, and long-term goals
Instructs patient, family, and staff in appropriate speech-language procedures to allow carry over of therapeutic remediation and goals in daily activities
To complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems
Oversight and implementation of proper protocols for FEES/MBS with coordination of site programs
Participants in screening protocols for establishing needs of residents are being met timely and with clinical excellence
Education & Qualifications:
Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competency
MUST have active SLP license in state(s) of practice.
Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification
Benefits:
Competitive pay rates
Medical, Dental, Vision
Growth opportunities from within
- Benefits based on Full Time status
Evolve Therapy Services is a therapy management organization hiring compassionate therapists for our partner located in Phelps, KY!
Job Position: Speech Language Pathologist for an In-house Skilled Nursing Facility
Job Type: Part Time or PRN
Job Purpose: To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Speech Language Pathology services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be direction by Administrator, to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is always maintained.
Job Functions:
To provide quality speech therapy services and initiate referrals when appropriate, in accordance with established standards of practice, therapy department procedures and productivity standards.
To evaluate and obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation
To develop a treatment plan that includes a target list, short-term, and long-term goals
Instructs patient, family, and staff in appropriate speech-language procedures to allow carry over of therapeutic remediation and goals in daily activities
To complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems
Oversight and implementation of proper protocols for FEES/MBS with coordination of site programs
Participants in screening protocols for establishing needs of residents are being met timely and with clinical excellence
Education & Qualifications:
Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competency
MUST have active SLP license in state(s) of practice.
Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification
Benefits:
Competitive pay rates
Medical, Dental, Vision
Growth opportunities from within
- Benefits based on Full Time status
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What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in speech pathologist jobs across Kentucky.
- Active Kentucky speech-language pathologist license issued by the Kentucky Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
- Master's degree in speech-language pathology from a CAA-accredited graduate program
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA or eligibility in progress
- Minimum supervised clinical practicum hours completed as required for state licensure
- Experience with dysphagia evaluation and treatment protocols in a medical or rehabilitation setting
- Strong documentation skills compatible with electronic health record systems used across Kentucky facilities
Speech Pathologist Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a speech pathologist in Kentucky?
You must hold an active license from the Kentucky Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology to practice in the state. Licensure requires a master's degree from a CAA-accredited program, completion of the required supervised clinical hours, and passage of the Praxis examination in Speech-Language Pathology. Applicants completing their clinical fellowship year may obtain a temporary license while working toward full certification.
How much do speech pathologists make in Kentucky?
Speech pathologists in Kentucky earn a median of about $83,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,250 for the lowest 10% to over $121,090 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire speech pathologists in Kentucky?
Employers hiring speech pathologists in Kentucky right now include Evolve Therapy Services, HiredFirst, and UofL Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kentucky's largest hiring activity is spread across hospital-based rehabilitation departments, public school systems, and outpatient therapy groups concentrated in Louisville and Lexington.
Which Kentucky cities have the most speech pathologist jobs?
Louisville, Lexington, and Greenville have the most speech pathologist openings in Kentucky. Louisville drives the largest share of postings through its concentration of major hospital systems and Jefferson County Public Schools, while Lexington draws consistent demand from UK HealthCare and Fayette County schools, and smaller markets like Bowling Green reflect regional medical center and school district hiring.
Are there remote speech pathologist jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're limited. About 0% of speech pathologist openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical and school-based roles. Telepractice positions do exist and are most common in school-based services and adult outpatient therapy, particularly for providers covering Kentucky's rural and underserved counties.
How can I get hired as a speech pathologist in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your clinical fellowship year at a Kentucky hospital system or school district, which counts as supervised experience toward full licensure. Norton Healthcare, Baptist Health, and Kentucky's public school systems regularly bring on clinical fellows and new graduates in associate clinician roles. Holding your temporary Kentucky license, demonstrating dysphagia or pediatric language competency from graduate placements, and targeting rural or underserved postings through the Kentucky Department of Education or regional rehabilitation networks strengthens an entry-level application.
Where can I find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Kentucky employers. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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