Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Ruskin, 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 Pathologist (POOL) Career Opportunity

  • Longboat Key, FL (24 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Longboat Key, FL (24 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 19 days ago

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

Speech Language Pathologist (POOL)

  • Bradenton, FL (20 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (20 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 19 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)

  • Tallevast, FL (21 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Tallevast, FL (21 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 20 days ago

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

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Ellenton, FL (12 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Ellenton, FL (12 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 20 days ago

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

Speech Language Pathologist - Days

  • Seffner, FL (22 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seffner, FL (22 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Speech Pathologist - Pool

  • Gibsonton, FL (9 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gibsonton, FL (9 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Speech Pathologist (PRN) - Days

  • Dover, FL (23 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dover, FL (23 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Speech Pathologist

  • Durant, FL (21 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durant, FL (21 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Speech Therapist- Home health/Outpatient- PRN

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (11 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (11 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

Assists in development and implementation of the interdisciplinary client care plan as it pertains to Speech Therapy....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Lakewood Ranch, FL (21 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lakewood Ranch, FL (21 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 3 hours ago

Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications: Licensure : Current Speech Language Pathologist license in the state where services are delivered or eligibility to obtain such licensure....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 2025/26 - Tampa, FL

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 9 hours ago

Qualifications: Valid state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist PDE Teacher Certification Child Abuse, Federal, and State Clearances #MyPTS 9878196...

Speech Language Pathologist - 2025/26 - Jacksonville, FL

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 9 hours ago

Qualifications: Valid state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist PDE Teacher Certification Child Abuse, Federal, and State Clearances #MyPTS 9878321...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview HealthPro Heritage has a great School Speech Language Pathologist Opportunity in Tampa, FL!...

School Speech and Language Pathologist Bradenton, Florida

  • Bradenton, FL (20 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL (20 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

A K-12 educational setting in Bradenton, FL is seeking a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) on a contract basis for the upcoming school year....

Clinical Assistant Instructor of Speech-Language Pathology

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 23 hours ago

The University of South Florida (USF) Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is searching for a 12-month Clinical Assistant Instructor of Speech-Language Pathology. The person in this...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Ruskin, FL

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Highest Education Level

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