SLP Jobs in Big Lake, AK

An SLP, or Speech-Language Pathologist, plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. This includes disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing. They use detailed evaluations to create personalized treatment plans that aid in managing these disorders effectively. SLPs work in varied settings like schools, private practices, hospitals, and research labs. Skills such as active listening, critical thinking, patience, empathy, and excellent verbal communication are crucial to their role.

Before becoming an SLP, a person should ideally possess a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, and necessary certifications include the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Prior job roles may include a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, where they work under a certified SLP, a Rehabilitation Aide in a healthcare setting, or a Special Education Teacher, where they gain experience working with individuals with communication disorders. These roles help build a strong foundation in understanding and implementing therapeutic techniques and strategies, critical for a successful career as an SLP.

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25/26 SY - SLP - Anchorage School District - Anchorage, AK

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 4 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 4 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Speech-Language Pathologist School-Based Location: On-site - Anchorage, AK Schedule: 2025-2026 School Year Employment Type: Full-Time Caseload: K-12 (Discussed...

Speech Language Pathologist - $3,000/week

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 4 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 4 days ago

Minimum Requirements: + Active Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Licensure in thestate of assignment required + Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-LanguagePathology (CCC-SLP) preferred and...

Remote Speech Language Pathologist - Licensed in Alaska

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 5 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 5 days ago

Join Us in Making a Difference as a Speech Language Pathologist in Alaska!...

Remote Work

Speech Language Pathologist School job in Anchorage, AK - Make $2390 - $2567/week (Job #2867677)

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 5 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 5 days ago

Aya Education has an immediate opening for the following position: Speech Language Pathologist School in Anchorage, AK....

Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 7 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 7 days ago

Setting: School Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where theyre needed most....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 7 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 7 days ago

FOCUS Pediatric Therapy Clinic * *FOCUS is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist *to join our team of dedicated professionals!...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) -- Pediatrics

  • Wasilla, AK (14 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wasilla, AK (14 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 7 days ago

and driven Speech Language Pathologist to provide exceptional patient care experiences....

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,302 per week. Job in Wasilla Gr8Jobs

  • Wasilla, AK (14 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wasilla, AK (14 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 9 days ago

Medical Solutions Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Wasilla, Alaska....

An AK Facility Needs a Traveling Speech Language Pathologist

  • Wasilla, AK (14 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wasilla, AK (14 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 10 days ago

Some locum assignments can be as short as a day, others, years. Some are far from home, others are local. Whatever it is you're looking for, we offer true opportunities, not just postings....

Speech Language Pathologist - Alaska Medical Center

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 10 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 10 days ago

We are hiring for the following Speech Language Pathologist positions in the Adult Inpatient Therapies Department at Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, AK!...

Alaska Speech Pathologist - Remote (August-May)

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 10 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 10 days ago

Job Opportunity: Virtual School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist VocoVision is seeking a qualified and experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team as a 1099 contractor in Alaska...

Remote Work

Hiring School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP/SLPA)

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 10 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 10 days ago

Sunbelt has contract openings for Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) and SLPAs for the 2025-2026 school year!...

Travel Outpatient Speech Language Pathologist - $2,210 per week. Job in Wasilla Gr8Jobs

  • Wasilla, AK (14 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wasilla, AK (14 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 13 days ago

Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Outpatient Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Wasilla, Alaska....

Alaska Facility Seeks a Traveling Speech Language Pathologist

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 17 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 17 days ago

Quick Facts: Monday Friday, 37.5 hours weekly during school year schedule Multiple caseloads available school sites to be determined School system setting with 50+ SLPs on staff Providers integrated...

Traveling Speech Language Pathologist Is Needed in AK

  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 17 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK (22 miles from Big Lake, AK)
  • 17 days ago

Quick Facts: Monday Friday schedule, 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours daily Multiple caseloads available school-based setting Large supportive team with 50+ SLPs on staff On-site technology provided Itinerant...

Demographic Data for Big Lake, AK

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SLP Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for SLP Jobs in Big Lake, AK

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Highest Education Level

SLPs in Big Lake, AK offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
7.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.8%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by SLPs in Big Lake, AK
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%