Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Clay, AL

A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), also known as a speech therapist, plays a pivotal role in the therapy industry by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. These disorders may result from a variety of causes such as stroke, brain injury, hearing loss, developmental delay, Parkinson's disease, a cleft palate, or autism. SLPs develop and implement individualized treatment plans, provide counseling to patients and their families, keep accurate records, report progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. They work in various settings, including schools, hospitals, and research settings.

To become an SLP, one must possess a strong set of skills including excellent communication, patience, compassion, and problem-solving abilities. They require a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and must be licensed in the state they wish to practice. In addition, they should earn a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Before becoming an SLP, a person may work as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, a special education teacher, or a child development specialist, gaining valuable experience in supporting individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.

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Alabama SLP Remote

  • Soliant Health
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Remote Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Alabama (1099 Contractor) Position: Remote Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Location: Remote - Must be licensed in...

Remote

Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

  • TMC
  • Pell City, AL (18 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pell City, AL (18 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 4 days ago

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers....

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Remote SLP (CCC) - Alabama Schools

  • Soliant Health
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Category Schools - SLP - Telespeech Job Type Contract Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Alabama Schools 1099 Contract | Remote Opportunity In partnership with: VocoVision VocoVision A remote...

Remote

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Pell City, AL (18 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pell City, AL (18 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech Language Pathologist - Full Time

  • TMC
  • Pell City, AL (18 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Pell City, AL (18 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Description TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers....

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SLP - Speech Language Pathologist

  • UAB St. Vincent's
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 27 days ago

What You Will Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist/Audiologist according to the rules and regulations of the...

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SLP - Speech Language Pathologist - Days

  • UAB St. Vincent's
  • Oneonta, AL (19 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Oneonta, AL (19 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 27 days ago

What You Will Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist/Audiologist according to the rules and regulations of the...

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Remote Speech Language Pathologist Position - Alabama Remote Speech Language Pathologist Position - Alabama

  • Soliant Health
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Category Schools - SLP - Telespeech Job Type Contract Discover the convenience of working from home with VocoVision, where we're seeking a skilled CCC-SLP to join an Alabama school district. Use...

Remote

Remote Speech Language Pathologist - Alabama

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Speech Language Pathologist Job Alabama We are seeking a dedicated SLP to join our team in Alabama....

Remote

Speech-Language Pathologist PRN in Gadsden, AL

  • Champion, Partners in Rehab
  • Trussville, AL (4 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Trussville, AL (4 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Staff Speech-Language Pathologist shall provide quality speech/dysphagia evaluations and treatments to patients with communication and/or swallowing deficits, and participate in the departmental...

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Speech Therapist, Home Health

  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Pell City, AL (18 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pell City, AL (18 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers all working together to help patients rehabilitate...

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Therapist-Speech Therapist

  • White Glove Placement
  • Mountain Brook, AL (16 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL (16 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Location: BIRMINGHAM,AL Shift: DAYS - 3 Hours: Flexible for schedule, approximately 3 hours per week needed. Start Date: 05/11/2026 Assignment Length: 20 Weeks Job Type: Travel Job id: 30283...

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Speech Pathologist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden
  • Odenville, AL (11 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Odenville, AL (11 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ 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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SLP CFY - Birmingham, AL

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Embark on a dynamic contract opportunity supporting students in schools as a Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow (SLP-CFY) in the Birmingham, AL area!...

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Pediatric Speech Therapist in Birmingham, AL

  • Soliant Health
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (17 miles from Clay, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

degree in Speech-Language Pathology Current or eligible state SLP license Valid Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA, or eligibility as a Clinical Fellow (CFY) Background in pediatric speech...

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Speech-Language Pathologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Speech Communication
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Introduction to Speech and Language Therapy
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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Clay, AL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Speech-Language Pathologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Clay, AL 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 Speech-Language Pathologists in Clay, AL
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%