Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Gardendale, 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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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health - PRN

  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 11 hours ago

Pathologists (SLP) evaluate and provide skilled speech-language therapy to individuals in a home setting, under the care of an attending physician....

Speech Language Pathology Job in Birmingham, Alabama

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 17 hours ago

We can process your license in time to start in this assignment in October in a small community hospital about an hour from Birmingham, Alabama. Setting will include Inpatient, Outpatient and...

Speech Language Pathologist (Full-Time - SLP) - Oak Knoll Health & Rehab

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Speech Language Pathologist (Full-Time - SLP) - Oak Knoll Health & Rehab Birmingham, AL Summary Description Perform evaluations and treatments as needed while ensuring the highest degree of quality...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Wylam, Alabama

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Remote Speech Pathologist Opening (SLP) Hoover, Alabama

  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Remote Work

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Ensley, Alabama

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Teletherapy Speech Language Pathologist Opening (SLP) Greenwood, Alabama

  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Teletherapy Speech Language Pathologist Opening (SLP) Ensley, Alabama

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Pathologist (SLP) Opening Near Hoover, Alabama

  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoover, AL (20 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Remote Speech Pathologist Opening (SLP) Birmingham City, Alabama

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Remote Work

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Greenwood, Alabama

  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Pathologist (SLP) Opening Near Birmingham City, Alabama

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Are you a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist ready to make waves The Stepping Stones Group is searching for YOU to join our dynamic team in Birmingham, AL!...

Speech Language Pathologist or Assistant (SLP or SLPA) Near Lipscomb, Alabama

  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (21 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 4 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Wylam, Alabama

  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (13 miles from Gardendale, AL)
  • 4 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Gardendale, AL

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Highest Education Level

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