Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

Location: Pelham, AL (Birmingham Area)
Salary: $65,000 - 70,000+ annually, depending on experience
Sign-On Bonus: Substantial bonus available
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8 AM–5 PM | Friday, 8 AM–2 PM
Employment Type: W-2 Full-Time Preferred | 1099 Contract Considered

A well-established, nonprofit pediatric outpatient therapy clinic in Pelham, Alabama, is seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join its welcoming, collaborative team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who values individualized patient care, meaningful relationships with families, and a supportive work environment. The clinic provides one-on-one treatment, dedicated documentation time, strong administrative support, and generous paid time off, allowing therapists to focus on providing quality care.

With the close-knit atmosphere of a smaller clinic and the resources of an established nonprofit organization, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families in the community.

Competitive Salary: $65,000 - 70,000+ annually, depending on experience

Substantial Sign-On Bonus:
Available for qualified candidates; amount discussed individually

Medical Insurance:
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, with 75% of individual premiums or 60% of family premiums employer-paid

Dental & Vision Insurance:
Affordable coverage options

403(b) Retirement Plan:
Employer match up to 3%

Life Insurance:
Employer-paid coverage equal to 1.5 times annual salary, up to $250,000, with dependent coverage available

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off:
Accrual equivalent to 12 vacation days and 12 sick days annually, increasing with years of service

Paid Holidays:
All major holidays, plus a two-week paid Christmas break

Additional Paid Leave:
Inclement weather and bereavement days

Continuing

Education:

$250 annual CEU allowance and paid professional development days

License Reimbursement:
Annual reimbursement for state licensure and ASHA certification

Specialty Development:
Assistance identifying grant opportunities to support advanced training and certifications

Therapy Supply Budget:
Resources available for treatment materials

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF):
Employment with this qualifying nonprofit may support eligibility, subject to federal program requirements

Benefits listed apply to eligible salaried employees. Contract compensation and benefits would be structured separately.

The clinic offers a predictable weekday schedule with manageable, individualized treatment sessions and no weekend requirements.

Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM–2:00 PM, primarily for evaluations, make-up appointments, and documentation

Lunch Break: 12:00–1:00 PM

Patient Ratio: 100% one‑on‑one treatment, with no co‑treatment

Daily Caseload:
Maximum of 12 patients, divided between morning and afternoon sessions

Treatment Sessions: 30 minutes, with 10‑minute breaks between appointments

Evaluations:
Typically scheduled for 60–90 minutes

Documentation Time:
Fridays from 12:00–2:00 PM, plus available time from unfilled cancellations

Salaried clinicians receive consistent compensation regardless of patient cancellations or fluctuations in caseload.

The clinic serves pediatric patients with a wide range of speech, language, and communication needs, emphasizing individualized treatment and strong family relationships.

Therapists have access to:

Private Offices:
Each clinician has a dedicated office that can be personalized

Extensive Therapy Materials:
Shared speech-language assessment and treatment resources

Specialized Treatment Spaces:
Sensory light room, sensory gym, and larger…