Therapist-Speech
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Speech-language pathologists employed in Mississippi earn a median of $37.56 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Speech-language pathologists in Mississippi: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
Mississippi issues and accepts ASLP-IC privileges: a speech-language pathologist or audiologist whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a Mississippi license. (ASLP-IC Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Mississippi license, apply to the Mississippi State Department of Health, Professional Licensure Bureau for a license by endorsement ($200, by its own page): what Mississippi asks. Every state's ASLP-IC status.
What Mississippi requires of a speech-language pathologist
Speech-Language Pathologist license, from the Mississippi State Department of Health, Professional Licensure Bureau.
- A reciprocity applicant shows, under oath, at least a master's degree, nine months of supervised professional employment and a passing score on the national examination; the examination is waived for holders of ASHA's certificate of clinical competence (Rules 10.4.2, 10.4.3 and 10.4.6). An applicant who moves to Mississippi and has held a license elsewhere for at least one year may instead qualify for a universal license (Rule 10.4.6).
- Staying active: Licenses expire June 30 of even-numbered years and renew every two years with 20 contact hours of continuing education, at least 10 of them directly related to clinical practice.
Speech-language pathologist jobs and requirements in Mississippi · Every state's rule
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About the job
Job Summary
Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Adheres to the ASHA Code of Ethics. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities
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Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
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Communicates results of the evaluation to patient and other caregivers.
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Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
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Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
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Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and reassesses patient's functional status as needed.
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Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
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Contributes to the development of staff and students.
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Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
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Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Basic computer literacy skills such as keyboarding, using a mouse, and navigating sites.
Licensure
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
SLP-CCC; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; SLP
Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.
Reporting Relationships
Work Environment
Sedentary
Very light energy level
Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
Light
Moderate energy level
Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
Medium
High energy level
Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
Heavy
Very high energy level
Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.
From Baptist Memorial Health Care's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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