Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Leitchfield, KY

Speech Language Pathologist
Location: Leitchfield, KY
Agency: Jackson Therapy Partners
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We’re looking for an experienced SLP to take on a full-time role with one of our area clients. You’ll work with pediatric and early-adult patients to improve communication and related skills, making a real difference in their daily lives. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who can walk you through the next steps.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA.
• Active state license to practice Speech-Language Pathology in KY required to start the position.
• BLS certification may be required from AHA or ARC.
• Experience working with pediatric populations and adolescents preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including ABA and mental health clinicians.

Benefits

• Health insurance with plan options.
• Dental insurance.
• Retirement plan with 25% employer match.
• PTO
• Sign-on and relocation bonus available

Position Details

• Facility type: Outpatient pediatric-focused clinic serving children through early adults.
• Caseload model: Primarily 1:1 therapy. Some group therapy present in clinic.
• Patient payer mix includes a high percentage of Medicaid (approximately 50%).
• Work culture: Team-oriented. Expect collaboration across ABA, OT, and mental health providers. Candidates should be child-friendly, comfortable with varied behaviors, extroverted, and ethical in practice.

Location Highlights

Leitchfield and surrounding areas offer small-town atmosphere with access to outdoor recreation and community events. Local attractions include Rough River Lake and Nolin Lake for boating and fishing, parks and trails for hiking, and community festivals and farmer’s markets. Nearby cities such as Owensboro provide additional dining, arts, and entertainment options. The region is suitable for clinicians seeking a rural setting with opportunities for outdoor activities and family-friendly community living.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for speech language pathologists including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the right job including competitive benefits, relocation assistance, and sign-on bonuses, all at no cost to you. Discover your match using ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.