SLP Jobs in Mississippi

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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Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Meridian, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 5 days ago

Join a skilled nursing facility in Meridian, MS as a Travel Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech Pathologist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 11 days ago

Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary. Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Outpatient

  • Lifepoint Rehabilitation
  • Meridian, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 11 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier....

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Biloxi, MS

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 1 day ago

Embark on a rewarding travel assignment as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) working in an educational setting near the beautiful Gulf Coast of Biloxi, MS....

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School Speech Pathology

  • Soliant Health
  • Blue Mountain, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Blue Mountain, MS
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications & Experience: Active state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) required Prior experience working...

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Speech Therapist

  • Genesis Healthcare
  • Waynesboro, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Waynesboro, MS
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities As a Speech Language Pathologist, you help patients get their power back....

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Reliant Rehabilitation
  • Corinth, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Corinth, MS
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities Speech Language Pathologist Summary: Provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Therapy and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities...

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Speech Language Pathologist Part Time or consistent PRN

  • Mississippi Methodist Senior Services
  • Columbus, MS
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 12 days ago

The Speech Language Pathologist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of speech therapy....

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Director of Rehab Speech-Language Pathologist Indianola, MS

  • Mid South Rehab - Master
  • Indianola, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianola, MS
  • 13 days ago

Language Pathologist Excellent organizational, time management, and leadership abilities....

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Speech Language Pathologist- Lexington Hospital - Part-Time

  • University of Mississippi Medical Center
  • Lexington, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Lexington, MS
  • 14 days ago

Job Requisition ID: R00050135 Job Category: Clinician Organization: Holmes County Rehab Services Location/s: Lexington Hospital Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist- Lexington Hospital - Part-Time...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Encore Rehabilitation
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 15 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 15 days ago

Speech-Language Pathologist Job Description/Summary The Staff Speech Pathologist shall provide quality speech/dysphagia evaluations and treatments to patients with communication and/or swallowing deficits...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Upstream Rehabilitation Inc.
  • Clinton, MS
  • 21 days ago
  • Clinton, MS
  • 21 days ago

Upstream / Beyond Therapy for Kids seeks to provide competitive benefits that you care about: Flexible Work Schedules Clinical Care Productivity Bonus Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits 401k...

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Speech -Language Pathologist

  • Delta Health Alliance
  • Leland, MS
  • 22 days ago
  • Leland, MS
  • 22 days ago

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST Reports to the Director of Wellness RESPONSIBILITIES: The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will work in coordination with administer hearing speech and language evaluations...

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FY27: Speech Pathologist, Odessa Shannon MS, 0.5 FTE

  • Montgomery County Public Schools
  • Shannon, MS
  • 25 days ago
  • Shannon, MS
  • 25 days ago

Summary Description\: The primary responsibilities include screening, evaluating and providing appropriate services to students with communication disorders (articulation, voice, language,...

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Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 26 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 26 days ago

Start your rewarding career as a Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!...

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Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for SLP Jobs in Mississippi

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for SLP positions.



Highest Education Level

SLPs in Mississippi offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Associate's Degree
7.7%
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 Mississippi
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%