SLP Jobs in La Follette, TN

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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Permanent Speech Language Pathologist

  • KPG Healthcare
  • La Follette, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • La Follette, TN
  • 5 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Permanent Speech Language Pathologists to fill Travel and Local Contract opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) - Maynardsville, TN

  • Maynardville, TN (19 miles from La Follette, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Maynardville, TN (19 miles from La Follette, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) - Maynardsville, TN We are currently seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) in...

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Slp

  • GQR
  • Maynardville, TN (19 miles from La Follette, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Maynardville, TN (19 miles from La Follette, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Specialty: Rehabilitation Client Company: Powerback - PERM Shift Details: Day Skills: Req Link: VMS: stafferlink Req ID: 8491857 Agency Fee: Description: 10% Salary placement fee Salary range:...

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Speech Pathologist

  • Kentucky Department of Education
  • Barbourville, KY (23 miles from La Follette, TN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Barbourville, KY (23 miles from La Follette, TN)
  • 15 days ago

Organization Website Organization Address 200 Daniel Boone Dr Barbourville, KY 40906 Job Details Vacancy ID 20252026 - 08083 Position Category Speech/Language Pathologist Title Speech Pathologist Description...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Health Advocates Network, Inc.
  • La Follette, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • La Follette, TN
  • 18 days ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) - La Follette, TN

  • La Follette, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • La Follette, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) - La Follette, TN We are currently seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) in La...

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PRN Speech Pathologist

  • Community Health System
  • La Follette, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • La Follette, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Collaborates with other speech therapy professionals and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and maximize therapeutic outcomes....

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Speech Language Pathologist SLP PRN

  • Amedisys, Inc.
  • Middlesboro, KY (20 miles from La Follette, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Middlesboro, KY (20 miles from La Follette, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Preferred One (1+) year of experience in speech pathology. * Note: If the SLP - CCC certification has not been obtained the candidate must be put into the SLP Clinical Fellow (100910) job....

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Demographic Data for La Follette, TN

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Salary for SLP Jobs in La Follette, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

SLPs in La Follette, TN 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 La Follette, TN
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%