Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Leesburg, 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 Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Tavares, FL (8 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Tavares, FL (8 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 26 days ago

Join a hospital-based team in Tavares, FL as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Outpatient Speech Language Pathologist

  • Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
  • Tavares, FL (8 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tavares, FL (8 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 3 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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SLP in Groveland, FL

  • Soliant Health
  • Groveland, FL (14 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Groveland, FL (14 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Step into a rewarding contract role as a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist serving elementary students and making a meaningful impact throughout the academic...

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Speech Therapist in Leesburg, FL

  • Soliant Health
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 5 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Step into a rewarding contract role as a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist in an engaging school environment....

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Speech Therapist, PRN

  • Optum
  • Oxford, FL (17 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oxford, FL (17 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 7 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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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Legacy Healthcare Services
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Experience a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) career that's full of joy, purpose, and opportunities to grow....

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Medical Therapy Employee - Speech Language Pathologist

  • UCP of Central Florida
  • Winter Garden, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Winter Garden, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Medical Therapy Employee - Speech Language Pathologist UCP West Orange Campus - Winter Garden, FL 34787 Apply Overview Salary Range $34.64 - $36.79 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level Graduate...

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Speech Language Pathologist in Tavares, FL

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Tavares, FL (8 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Tavares, FL (8 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 11 days ago

This contract opportunity offers Speech-Language Pathologists the chance to support student growth, collaborate with educators, and apply their expertise in a rewarding school-based role....

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Speech Therapist-PRN

  • Freedom Pointe at The Villages
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 19 days ago
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 19 days ago

Improves patient's communication skills through vocal exercises and cognitive therapies. May select alternative communication systems and teach their use....

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$90-$110 eval/ Inverness, FL - Speech Therapist (SLP): Home Setting - PRN

  • Sobe Innovative Rehab
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 23 days ago

Therapy, Education and/or Experience: New graduate applicants welcome + Experienced Therapists Actively Licensed as a FL Speech Therapist....

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Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

  • Pediatric Developmental Services
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 24 days ago
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 24 days ago

Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) Make a Difference in a Pediatric Setting with PDS!...

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Speech Therapist Therapy Services PRN Variable

  • UF Health
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 27 days ago
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 27 days ago

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct patient care to all those patients referred for SLP at UF Health Leesburg, TVRH Rehabilitation Hospital, and UF Health The Villages....

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Apopka, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Apopka, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 27 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 PRN

  • HCA Florida Citrus Hospital
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

  • The Avante Group
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Avante at Inverness Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a PRN Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide and direct Speech-Language Pathologist services to residents, including assessment...

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Speech-Language Pathologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Leesburg, FL

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Highest Education Level

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