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Fira Health

Speech Therapist (ST)

Lampasas, TX · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

* Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday + occasional weekends (as needed) * Location: Field-based * Comp ... Aphasia and other communication disorders * Cognitive-communication impairment (attention, memory ...

Fira Health

Speech Therapist (ST/SLP)

Humble, TX · On-site

Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday + occasional weekends (as needed) * Location: Field-based * Comp ... Aphasia and other communication disorders * Cognitive-communication impairment (attention, memory ...

Caresense Home Health

Caregiver / HHA

Harrisburg, PA

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Caregiver needed in Harrisburg, PA Client has aphasia and has difficulty speaking. Client uses a ... Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends * Willingness to enforce ...

Caresense Home Health

Caregiver / HHA

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Caregiver needed in Harrisburg, PA Client has aphasia and has difficulty speaking. Client uses a ... Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends * Willingness to enforce ...

Caresense Home Health

Caregiver / HHA

Harrisburg, PA

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Client has aphasia and speaks with tablet. For more information, please visit us at Home Health ... Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends * Willingness to enforce ...

Caresense Home Health

Caregiver / HHA

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Client has aphasia and speaks with tablet. For more information, please visit us at Home Health ... Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends * Willingness to enforce ...

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How much do weekend aphasia jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend aphasia in the United States is $16.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Aphasia vs Speech-Language Pathologist?

AspectWeekend AphasiaSpeech-Language Pathologist
CredentialsTypically requires a certification in aphasia therapy or related trainingRequires a master's degree in speech-language pathology and state licensure
Work EnvironmentOften works in clinics, hospitals, or private settings focusing on aphasia rehabilitationWorks in hospitals, schools, clinics, or private practice providing speech and language therapy
Industry UsageSpecialized in aphasia treatment, often part-time or specialized sessionsBroadly covers speech, language, and communication disorders across various populations

Weekend Aphasia specialists focus specifically on aphasia rehabilitation, often with targeted training, while Speech-Language Pathologists have a broader scope, providing comprehensive communication disorder services. Both roles are essential in healthcare settings but differ in scope and certification requirements.

What are some common challenges faced by speech-language pathologists working weekend shifts with aphasia patients?

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who work weekend shifts with aphasia patients often encounter unique challenges, such as limited access to interdisciplinary team members and reduced family involvement due to weekend schedules. Additionally, SLPs may need to adapt therapy plans to accommodate shorter or fewer sessions, while still ensuring patient progress. Effective communication with nursing staff and utilizing available resources efficiently are key strategies for overcoming these challenges and providing high-quality care during weekends.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in aphasia care on weekends, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Speech-Language Pathologist working with aphasia patients on weekends, you need a master's degree in speech-language pathology, state licensure, and strong knowledge of communication disorders. Familiarity with assessment tools, therapy software, and electronic health records (EHRs) is essential. Exceptional patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate clients and collaborate with their families are vital soft skills. These qualifications and qualities are crucial to delivering effective therapy and supporting patients' progress during off-peak hours when resources may be limited.

What is a Weekend Aphasia specialist?

A Weekend Aphasia specialist is a professional, often a speech-language pathologist, who provides assessment and therapy services for individuals with aphasia specifically on weekends. Aphasia is a language disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate, often resulting from stroke or brain injury. Weekend specialists allow those with busy schedules during the week to receive crucial therapy and support. These professionals may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or provide in-home or virtual sessions to help patients improve their communication skills.
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Infographic showing various Weekend Aphasia job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 27% Locum Tenens, 2% Internship, 2% Full Time, 29% Temporary, 37% Nights, and 3% Summer. Highlights an 4% Physical, and 96% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $33,819 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Speech Language Pathologist - Adult - Casual

Hennepin Healthcare

Minneapolis, MN

Other

Re-posted 27 days ago

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Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a casual Speech Language Pathologist to join our team to cover adult inpatients in Acute care and the Knapp Rehabilitation Center inpatient rehabilitation unit.  The role requires weekday availability as well as two weekend days per month. Experience working with patients with dysphagia, aphasia, dysarthria, cognitive-linguistic disorders and aphonia secondary to tracheostomy including experience working with the Passy Muir Valve highly desired. 

Purpose of this position: Under general supervision, an employee in this job class performs work in a licensed professional position providing diagnostic, treatment, and education services to patients with communication and swallowing disorders of functional or organic etiologies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide direct clinical services utilizing a wide range of standardized and impressionistic techniques to evaluate patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders (e.g., aphasia, apraxia of speech, dysarthria, oropharyngeal dysphagia, specific reading or writing disorders, impaired visual or auditory perception, and disorders of articulation of speech, fluency (stuttering), alaryngeal speech or vocal quality). Includes patients across the age spectrum from neonates to geriatric
  • Plan and administer a speech-language, cognitive and/or swallowing plan of care
  • Document progress through daily progress notes and care plan summaries per department standards
  • Provide education and counseling within speech pathology scope of practice for patients and/or family members
  • Document the initial evaluation results, progress notes/treatment summaries and/or discharge summaries for outpatients within 48 hours of the appointment. Inpatient documentation completed on day of service
  • Confer with providers, nurses and team members from other disciplines as indicated to provide coordinate, high quality patient care
  • Complete daily charge entry, inpatient check in and any billing requirements pertaining to specific payers per department standards
  • Coordinate patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal care and communication, as noted in the clinical record
  • Strive for excellent patient hand offs when sharing cases or following single day or weekend coverage
  • Participate in process improvement as it relates to patient care and department workflow
  • Orient and mentor new staff members

  • Maintain and enhance personal knowledge, as well as promoting professional standards in speechlanguage pathology. (Maintain MDH Licensure by reporting 30 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. Maintain Certificate of Clinical Competence by reporting 30 hours of approved continuing education every 3 years.)

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

  • Possession of a Master's Degree or Doctorate degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

  • Knowledge of policies/procedures and practice standards consistent with ASHA knowledge and skills, theory and techniques; education and counseling techniques
  • Knowledge of instrumental technique for the MBSS, FEES and Videostrobe as appropriate to scope of practice. (non-casual positions only)
  • Knowledge of documentation standards consistent with the field of speech pathology
  • Commitment to HCMC Essential behaviors integrate into daily work
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the medical team
  • Ability to interact with individuals of widely diverse lifestyles including ability to deal objectively with individuals whose attitudes and behaviors differ from his/her own

License/Certifications

  • Possession of Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) established by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association. (ASHA)
  • Must be holder of Speech Language Pathologist license with Minnesota Department of Health
  • CPR for Healthcare Professionals certification.

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