Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Lakeland, 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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Speech Therapist Pool

  • BayCare
  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Requirements: CCC-SLP (Speech Language Pathology) BLS (Basic Life Support) Speech Therapy License Required Master's Speech Therapy Preferred Doctorate Speech Therapy 1 year Clinical Related is preferred...

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Acute Speech Therapist Pool

  • BayCare
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Winter Haven Hospital, part of the BayCare Health System, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Pool/PRN to join our Acute Therapy Services team....

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Outpatient Speech Therapist Pool

  • BayCare
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Winter Haven Hospital part of the BayCare Health System is seeking a compassionate and motivated Outpatient Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Pool/PRN to join our multidisciplinary rehabilitation team...

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Speech Therapist

  • BayCare
  • Plant City, FL (15 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (15 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Preferred: 1+ year of clinical experience in inpatient/acute and outpatient setting Experience with modified barium swallow studies and dysphagia...

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Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 13 days ago

Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech Language Pathologist - $70/hr W-2

  • Amergis Educational Staffing
  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 16 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist - $70/hr | W-2 Bartow, FL Bartow, FLFull Time Posted: May 17th, 2026 The Speech-Language Pathologist in the school setting is responsible for performing student evaluations...

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Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

  • Healthpro Heritage, LLC
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 19 days ago

Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech Pathologist

  • Elite Home Health Group INC
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 20 days ago

Position Summary The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides skilled speech therapy services to patients in their homes in accordance with physician orders, the plan of care, agency policies, and...

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Speech Pathologist

  • Amedisys, Inc.
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 22 days ago

Overview Make a difference every day as an Amedisys speech pathologist Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose...

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Speech and Language Pathologist

  • Advent Health
  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 22 days ago

Pathologist (SLP) [Required] OR Speech-Language Pathologist - Provisional (SLP-PROV) [Required] OR Speech-Language Pathologist - Temporary (SLP-TEMP) [Required] Physical Requirements: (Please click...

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Speech Language Pathologist Lake Wales Acute Care

  • Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 24 days ago

Language Pathologist (SLP) [Required] OR Speech-Language Pathologist - Provisional (SLP-PROV) [Required] OR Speech-Language Pathologist - Temporary (SLP-TEMP) [Required] Physical Requirements: (Please...

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Speech Language Pathologist PRN

  • HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

We are currently looking for an ambitious Speech Language Pathologist to join our team....

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Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient Rehab PRN

  • HCA Florida Brandon Hospital
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient Rehab PRN? At HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, you come first....

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Speech Therapist in Lakeland, FL

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity working with students as a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) near Lakeland, FL....

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Speech Language Pathologist PRN

  • HCA Florida Osceola Hospital
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Speech Language Pathologist PRN you want with your current employer?...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Lakeland, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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