Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Shafter, 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 (SLP) - Benefits Start Day One

  • Mc Farland, CA (14 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mc Farland, CA (14 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Speech Pathologist ($114,400 - $161,803 Annual)

  • Richgrove, CA (23 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richgrove, CA (23 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Buttonwillow, CA (12 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buttonwillow, CA (12 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Speech Pathologist

  • Mc Farland, CA (14 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mc Farland, CA (14 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Speech Pathologist Career Opportunity

  • Shafter, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Shafter, CA
  • 3 days ago

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

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Wasco, CA (11 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Wasco, CA (11 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 24 days ago

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

Travel Speech Language Pathologist SLP

  • Bakersfield, CA (17 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (17 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - 917345

  • Bakersfield, CA (17 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (17 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Location: Bakersfield, CA Start Date: 06/16/2025 Shift: 5x8 Days Setting: Please contact for Setting details Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on...

Speech Language Pathologist

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

Speech-Language Pathologists are assigned to schools based on the citywide needs of the district....

Speech Language Pathologist

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

Requirements Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP....

SLP / Speech Language Pathologist Long Term Care/Skilled Nursing Facility in BAKERSFIELD, CA

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

SNF UNIT license * 2+ years of Speech Language Pathologist experience...

Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing

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

Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Bakersfield, California....

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,188 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist Discipline: Therapy Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Travel Speech-Language Pathologist Role...

Speech & Language Pathologist - Skilled - (SLP)

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

Compensation: $1,815.73 - $1,989.58, Weekly Compensation: $1,815.73 - $1,989.58, Weekly

Hiring Now: Speech-Language Pathologist or Assistant for School-Based Role in Delano, CA (20252026)

  • Delano, CA (17 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Delano, CA (17 miles from Shafter, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Sunbelt Staffing is excited to partner with a student-focused school district near Delano, California, to recruit a dedicated and qualified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) or Speech-Language Pathology...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Shafter, CA

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Highest Education Level

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