Speech Therapist Jobs in Ohio

Speech Therapist jobs in Ohio are in strong and steady demand, with openings concentrated in school districts, hospital systems, pediatric outpatient clinics, and skilled nursing facilities at every level from clinical fellows through senior-licensed clinicians. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of postings, where employers like Nationwide Children's Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center maintain consistent hiring pipelines. The most in-demand specialties across Ohio are pediatric language disorders, dysphagia, and early intervention services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles75
Top employerBroad River Rehab
Top cityDayton, OH
Cities hiring55
Work type57% On-site
Top credentialMaster's degree in speech-language pathology (SLP)

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OhioHealth at Home in Partnership with Compassus
Speech Therapist (SLP) - Kenton, OH - Part-Time / PRN
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OhioHealth at Home in Partnership with Compassus
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Speech Therapist (SLP) - Kenton, OH - Part-Time / PRN
OhioHealth at Home in Partnership with Compassus
Marion, Ohio
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
Master's degree in speech-language pathology (SLP)

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American Traveler
Travel Speech Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
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American Traveler
New 16h ago
Travel Speech Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
American Traveler
Columbus, Ohio
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Speech Therapy
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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White Glove Placement, Inc.
Therapist Speech Therapist
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White Glove Placement, Inc.
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Therapist Speech Therapist
White Glove Placement, Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Speech Therapy
1,001-5,000

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Interim HealthCare
Manager of Clinical Education & Onboarding- RN, PT, Speech Therapist, or OT- East Division
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Interim HealthCare
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Manager of Clinical Education & Onboarding- RN, PT, Speech Therapist, or OT- East Division
Interim HealthCare
Akron, Ohio
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Hybrid
10,000+

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Interim HealthCare
Manager of Clinical Education & Onboarding- RN, PT, Speech Therapist, or OT- East Division
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Interim HealthCare
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Manager of Clinical Education & Onboarding- RN, PT, Speech Therapist, or OT- East Division
Interim HealthCare
Cambridge, Ohio
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Hybrid
10,000+

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Speech Therapist Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dayton
4 jobs
Columbus
4 jobs
Akron
3 jobs
Marion
3 jobs
Chillicothe
3 jobs
Lima
2 jobs
Parma
2 jobs
Lorain
2 jobs
Wooster
2 jobs

Speech Therapist Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

  • Broad River Rehab
    Broad River Rehab21
  • Interim HealthCare
    Interim HealthCare7
  • Powerback Rehabilitation
    Powerback Rehabilitation7
  • Sprenger Health Care Systems
    Sprenger Health Care Systems6
  • Home Care Providers
    Home Care Providers2

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in speech therapist jobs across Ohio.

  • Active Ohio speech-language pathology license issued by the Ohio Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
  • 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 eligibility pending
  • Completed graduate-level clinical practicum hours in an accredited supervised setting
  • Experience or coursework in pediatric language disorders, dysphagia, or early intervention preferred
  • Proficiency with electronic documentation systems such as Epic or WebPT

Speech Therapist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a speech therapist in Ohio?

To become a licensed speech therapist in Ohio, you must complete a master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program, then apply for licensure through the Ohio Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Ohio requires passing the Praxis examination in speech-language pathology as part of the application. New graduates may practice under a clinical fellowship supervised by a fully licensed clinician while completing the hours required for the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence.

How much do speech therapists make in Ohio?

Speech therapists in Ohio earn a median of about $93,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,840 for the lowest 10% to over $125,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire speech therapists in Ohio?

Employers hiring speech therapists in Ohio right now include Broad River Rehab, Interim HealthCare, and Powerback Rehabilitation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's large pediatric hospital systems, regional health networks, and public school districts collectively represent the most consistent long-term hiring across the state.

Which Ohio cities have the most speech therapist jobs?

Dayton, Columbus, and Akron have the most speech therapist openings in Ohio. Columbus leads due to Nationwide Children's Hospital and a dense network of outpatient pediatric clinics, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw significant hiring from their respective major academic medical centers and surrounding suburban school districts that routinely add caseloads.

Are there remote speech therapist jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're less common than in desk-based fields because much of the work requires in-person assessment and hands-on intervention. About 43% of speech therapist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Teletherapy roles do exist, and they tend to focus on school-based articulation and language services or adult cognitive-communication sessions where technology can adequately support the session format.

How can I get hired as a speech therapist in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing your clinical fellowship year with a large Ohio employer that has an established new-graduate program, such as Nationwide Children's Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, or a regional school district cooperative. Ohio school districts regularly hire clinical fellows under the supervision of a licensed SLP, which builds caseload experience quickly. Holding your Praxis score and an Ohio provisional license before applying puts you ahead of candidates still awaiting exam results.

Where can I find and apply to speech therapist jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to speech therapist jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across hospital systems, school districts, outpatient clinics, and home health settings. Find the roles that fit your license level and preferred setting and apply directly to each one.

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