Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 60+ days ago

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

Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Rehab

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Speech-Language Pathologist - Rehab We are seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our rehabilitation team....

Speech & Language Pathologist - Acute - (SLP)

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 20 hours ago

\r\n speech language pathologist, speech language pathology, speech therapist, SLP, speech and language therapy, speech therapy, allied, allied health, acute speech language pathologist, acute SLP,...

Speech - Language Pathologist - Oupatient

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Join our team as a speech-language pathologist, where you'll use evidence-based techniques to transform patients lives....

Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellow - Full-time Temporary

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Position : Temporary Full-time Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellow The estimated pay for this position is $36.3655 to $44.7255 per hour....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago

Overview : Setting: Outpatient, Orthopedics Compensation: $1,566 - $1,836 estimated weekly pay Start: ASAP | open to 1-2 months out Duration: 13 weeks | potential to extend Guaranteed Hours: 36...

Speech Therapist Home Health

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago

Overview** Founded by the Sisters of Mercy Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services...

Speech Pathologist, Day Shift, Full Time, 10K Hiring Incentive

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago

Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and...

Speech Pathologist, Day Shift, Per Diem

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago

Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and...

Speech Pathologist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Supervised and evaluated by the Superintendent's designee, provides diagnostic, remedial and consultative services for children with communicative disorders; performs as...

Speech Language Pathologist-SLP Part-Time

  • Arvin, CA (22 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Arvin, CA (22 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Arvin Post Acute - Arvin, CA Full-Time | Skilled Nursing Facility New Graduates Welcome! Make an impact where it matters most....

Speech Therapist in Shafter, CA

  • Shafter, CA (17 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Shafter, CA (17 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Speech Therapist in Shafter, CA Shafter, CA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract An exciting opportunity awaits for a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist looking to make a meaningful impact...

School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Shafter, California

  • Shafter, CA (17 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Shafter, CA (17 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 10 days ago

School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) | Shafter, California Shafter, CA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract A rewarding opportunity awaits for an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist...

School Speech Therapist Bakersfield, California

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 10 days ago

School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) | Shafter, California Shafter, CA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract A rewarding opportunity awaits for an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist...

School Speech Pathologist Assistant Shafter, California

  • Shafter, CA (17 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Shafter, CA (17 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 10 days ago

School Speech Pathologist Assistant | Shafter, California Shafter, CA Today CATEGORY Schools - SLPA JOB TYPE Contract An exciting opportunity awaits for professionals in the field of...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Bakersfield, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
8.0%
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 Bakersfield, CA
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%