Speech Pathologist Jobs in Mississippi
Speech Pathologist jobs in Mississippi are concentrated in school districts, hospital systems, and outpatient rehabilitation clinics, with steady demand at every level from clinical fellows completing their CFY to seasoned clinicians taking lead positions. The busiest hiring markets are Jackson, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg, where large employers such as University of Mississippi Medical Center, Singing River Health System, and Forrest Health maintain consistent openings. Pediatric language disorders, dysphagia management, and school-based services are the specialties drawing the most attention from Mississippi employers right now. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
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Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/
license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00054706Job Category:
ClinicianOrganization:
SOM-Oto-SpeechLocation/s:
Main Campus JacksonJob Title:
Speech Language Pathologist - PRNJob Summary:
To diagnose, evaluate and treat individuals with communications problems such as speech, language, fluency, and swallowing disorders. To develop and implement therapeutic speech and language development programs and services.Education & Experience
Master's degree in speech pathology or related field and met the requirements for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Experience cannot be substituted for educational requirement. Experience preferred. Certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred. Mississippi Speech and Language Pathologist license upon hire.
Certifications, Licenses or Registration required: Mississippi Speech and Language Pathologist license upon hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of the nature and psychobiological basis of speech-language and/or auditory impairments. Knowledge of speech articulation and language skills therapy techniques. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Counseling and behavior management skills. Ability to develop, implement, evaluate, and modify therapeutic programs and services.
Responsibilities:
- Examines, tests, diagnoses, and administers treatment for patients with speech and language disorders, hearing disorders, and oral motor disorders.
- Develops and implements treatment plans for problems such as stuttering, delayed language, swallowing disorders, and inappropriate pitch or voice problems.
- Monitors patient's progress and adjusts treatments accordingly.
- Teaches patients to control or strengthen tongue, jaw, face muscles, and breathing mechanisms; develops speech exercise programs.
- Maintains records of initial evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge of patients.
- Maintains equipment and supplies used as part of the therapeutic process; practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
- The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, frequent exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, frequent work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, frequent kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, constant reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, occasional twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)
Time Type:
Part timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
NoPay Class:
HourlyFTE %:
0Work Shift:
RotatingBenefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
NoJob Posting Date:
10/23/2026Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
Hello,
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/
license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00054706Job Category:
ClinicianOrganization:
SOM-Oto-SpeechLocation/s:
Main Campus JacksonJob Title:
Speech Language Pathologist - PRNJob Summary:
To diagnose, evaluate and treat individuals with communications problems such as speech, language, fluency, and swallowing disorders. To develop and implement therapeutic speech and language development programs and services.Education & Experience
Master's degree in speech pathology or related field and met the requirements for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Experience cannot be substituted for educational requirement. Experience preferred. Certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred. Mississippi Speech and Language Pathologist license upon hire.
Certifications, Licenses or Registration required: Mississippi Speech and Language Pathologist license upon hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of the nature and psychobiological basis of speech-language and/or auditory impairments. Knowledge of speech articulation and language skills therapy techniques. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Counseling and behavior management skills. Ability to develop, implement, evaluate, and modify therapeutic programs and services.
Responsibilities:
- Examines, tests, diagnoses, and administers treatment for patients with speech and language disorders, hearing disorders, and oral motor disorders.
- Develops and implements treatment plans for problems such as stuttering, delayed language, swallowing disorders, and inappropriate pitch or voice problems.
- Monitors patient's progress and adjusts treatments accordingly.
- Teaches patients to control or strengthen tongue, jaw, face muscles, and breathing mechanisms; develops speech exercise programs.
- Maintains records of initial evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge of patients.
- Maintains equipment and supplies used as part of the therapeutic process; practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
- The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, frequent exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, frequent work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, frequent kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, constant reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, occasional twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)
Time Type:
Part timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
NoPay Class:
HourlyFTE %:
0Work Shift:
RotatingBenefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
NoJob Posting Date:
10/23/2026Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
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What Mississippi Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in speech pathologist jobs across Mississippi.
- Active Mississippi speech-language pathology license issued by the Mississippi State Department of Health
- 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 active CFY supervision
- Experience delivering services in a school, hospital, or outpatient rehabilitation setting
- Familiarity with IEP development and documentation for school-based caseloads
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for patient and family education
Speech Pathologist Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a speech pathologist in Mississippi?
You must hold a license issued by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology before practicing independently. The path requires completing a master's degree from a CAA-accredited program, finishing a supervised Clinical Fellowship Year, and passing the Praxis examination in Speech-Language Pathology. Once those steps are complete, you apply to the Mississippi board with your transcripts, supervision verification, and exam scores.
How much do speech pathologists make in Mississippi?
Speech pathologists in Mississippi earn a median of about $78,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,280 for the lowest 10% to over $106,170 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire speech pathologists in Mississippi?
Employers hiring speech pathologists in Mississippi right now include Cook Medical Supply, Methodist Senior Services, and Mid South Rehab Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Mississippi's hospital systems, public school districts, and home health agencies collectively account for the largest share of ongoing openings across the state.
Which Mississippi cities have the most speech pathologist jobs?
Jackson, Gulfport, and Southaven lead Mississippi in speech pathologist openings. Jackson anchors the list as the state capital and home to University of Mississippi Medical Center, while Gulfport and Hattiesburg draw demand from regional hospital systems and a large network of school districts serving the Gulf Coast and Pine Belt communities.
Are there remote speech pathologist jobs in Mississippi?
Yes, but they are less common than in desk-based fields because most speech pathology work requires direct patient contact. About 0% of speech pathologist openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to be in teletherapy for school districts serving rural counties where in-person clinicians are difficult to place.
How can I get hired as a speech pathologist in Mississippi with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying for a Clinical Fellowship Year position at a Mississippi hospital system or public school district, where supervision is built into the role. University of Mississippi Medical Center and large districts such as Jackson Public Schools and DeSoto County Schools regularly bring on clinical fellows. Candidates who hold their Mississippi license application in progress and have completed their graduate externship hours are competitive for these roles even without full independent experience.
Where can I find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in Mississippi?
You can find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in Mississippi on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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