Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Henagar, 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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System-Wide Speech Language Pathologist

  • Alabama Department of Education
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 17 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist Job Description - Conduct evaluation of students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose speech and language disorders....

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Speech Pathologist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga
  • Bridgeport, AL (20 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bridgeport, AL (20 miles from Henagar, 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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Speech Language Pathologist (Full-Time - SLP) - Crowne of Fort Payne

  • Restore Therapy Services
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 60+ days ago

Perform evaluations and treatments as needed while ensuring the highest degree of quality care is maintained. Write clear, realistic, measurable goals specific to the individual patient needs....

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Encore Rehabilitation
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 60+ 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 (SLP) - Home Health

  • Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
  • Rainsville, AL (10 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rainsville, AL (10 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 60+ days ago

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

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Speech Therapist - Highlands PT/OT - PRN - 1st Shift

  • Huntsville Hospital
  • Scottsboro, AL (23 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Scottsboro, AL (23 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Qualifications Education required: Master's Degree from an Accredited Institution in the area of Speech Therapy/Communication Disorders License, certification and/or registration: ASHA Certification...

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Speech Therapist Home Health

  • Humana
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

As a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, you will: Evaluate, direct and provide speech/language pathology service to patients in the home or facility Participate in the development and periodic...

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Speech Therapist- PRN

  • United Health Group
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL (16 miles from Henagar, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Primary Responsibilities: Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of speech therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Henagar, AL

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Highest Education Level

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