Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Lake City, FL

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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Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Outpatient Rehab, PRN, Lake City

  • Lake City, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Lake City, FL
  • 8 days ago

Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Job Responsibilities: Evaluation and treatment of patients with all diagnoses. Provide extensive patient/family education....

School Based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Position

  • Lake City, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Lake City, FL
  • 11 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type All Job Types Soliant, a distinguished healthcare staffing firm, is actively in search of a skilled and devoted Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) near Watertown, FL to...

Speech and Language Therapist

  • Lake Butler, FL (20 miles from Lake City, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lake Butler, FL (20 miles from Lake City, FL)
  • 15 days ago

and Language Therapy....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) near Lake City, Florida

  • Lake City, FL
  • 21 days ago
  • Lake City, FL
  • 21 days ago

Category Schools - SLP - CFY Job Type Contract Soliant is working with a school district near Lake City, Florida and is seeking contract Speech-Language Pathologist to finish out the school year....

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $1,926 per week

  • Live Oak, FL (23 miles from Lake City, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Live Oak, FL (23 miles from Lake City, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Skyline Med Staff Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Live Oak, Florida....

Bilingual School Speech Therapist - Branford, Florida

  • Branford, FL (14 miles from Lake City, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Branford, FL (14 miles from Lake City, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Bilingual in English and Spanish Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field Valid state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist Experience working with elementary...

Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Outpatient Rehab, Lake City

  • Lake City, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake City, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Job Responsibilities: Evaluation and treatment of patients with all diagnoses. Provide extensive patient/family education....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Lake City, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lake City, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Our brand new state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Lake City, FL is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Lake City, FL

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Lake City, FL 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 Lake City, FL
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%