Job Description
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) | North Coast Area, Oregon | Full-Time | 6-Month Contract | $42-$45/hr
We are seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to support Speech Language Pathologists in providing speech and language services to K-12 students. The SLPA will assist with clinical, educational, documentation, and treatment-related activities while working within the scope of responsibilities and plan of care assigned by the supervising Speech Language Pathologist and/or physician.
Position Overview
+ Location: North Coast Area, Oregon
+ Start Date: January 5, 2026
+ Duration: 6 months (through end of school year)
+ Schedule: Monday-Friday
+ Hours: 37.5 hours/week (30-minute unpaid lunch break for shifts over 6 hours/day)
+ Modality: In-person only
+ Pay: $42-$45/hour
+ Positions Available: 1
Key Responsibilities
+ Provide direct service to students on SLPs' caseload
+ Assist students with speech-related therapy and AAC devices
+ Follow documented therapy plans and instructional strategies developed by the supervising SLP in accordance with IEP/IFSP documentation
+ Collect and tally data during intervention sessions as directed by the SLP
+ Prepare materials and assist with clerical duties as specified by the supervising SLP
+ Collaborate with Speech Pathologists, Related Services staff, and administrators to achieve student goals
Minimum Requirements
+ Graduate of an SLPA program with an associate's degree, or bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology/communication disorders
+ Minimum of 100 hours of supervised fieldwork or equivalent clinical experience (as required by state/contract)
+ Current certification/licensure as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in Oregon
+ Active OR SLPA license (verification site: Oregon Board of Examiners )
+ One year of prior professional SLPA experience preferred
+ Previous experience working with K-12 students in a school setting highly preferred
+ Compliance with all relevant professional standards of practice
+ TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray (if applicable)
+ Current health certificate (per contract/state regulation)
+ Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
Contact for Details & Submission
Cyrus Vess - National Recruitment Manager Email:
[email protected] Phone: 813-371-5185
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 Tags
Weekly pay, Full time, Contract work, Local area, Monday to Friday, Day shift,