School Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 3,447,000 - 4,658,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Awards program

Job summary

Amergis is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant to support a Speech Language Pathologist in delivering services across clinical and educational settings. The role includes documentation, treatment activities, and adherence to the plan of care with state- and contract-based requirements.

The position is travel-based, with patient-centered responsibilities and a focus on meeting professional standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an SLPA program with an associate’s degree, or have a bachelor’s degree in a speech-language pathology or communication disorders program.
• Minimum of 100 hours of supervised field work or clinical experience as required by state/contract.
• Current certification or licensure as an SLPA in the State of Practice.
• One year of prior SLPA experience preferred.
• TB questionnaire and health certifications as per contract/state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Speech Language Pathologist in providing speech and language services.
• Engage in clinical, educational, documentation, and treatment activities within POC scope.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards of practice.

Skills

SLPA collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in SLPA

Bachelor's degree in SLP or Communication Disorders

Job description

The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant assists the Speech Language Pathologist in providing speech and language services. The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant will have clinical, educational, documentation, and treatment related activities while working within the scope of responsibilities/ plan of care assigned by the Speech Language Pathologist and/or physician.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a graduate of a SLPA program with an associate’s degree, or have a bachelor’s degree in a speech-language pathology or communication disorders program
• Successful completion of a minimum of 100 hours of supervised field work experience or its clinical experience equivalent as required by state and/or contract
• Current certification or licensure as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in the State of Practice
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• One (1) year of prior professional Speech-Language Pathology Assistant experience preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Speech Language Pathologist Assistant | Speech Language Pathologist Assistant School

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0671

Contract Duration: 36

Pay Rate: $1712 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-09-15T14:07:57