Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in West Union, IA

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 - West Union/Waukon - Full Time

  • West Union, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Union, IA
  • 1 day ago

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist....

SLP - West Union/Waukon - FT

  • West Union, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • West Union, IA
  • 22 days ago

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist....

Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) Iowa

  • Decorah, IA (23 miles from West Union, IA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Decorah, IA (23 miles from West Union, IA)
  • 29 days ago

Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) Iowa Remote | 1099 Contractor | K12 Caseloads Available VocoVision is contracting with a licensed SLP-CCC for a remote position providing services to students...

Remote Work

Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist Iowa

  • Decorah, IA (23 miles from West Union, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Decorah, IA (23 miles from West Union, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist Iowa Location: Remote | Must Have Iowa SLP License Type: 1099 Independent Contractor | Full-Time We are actively seeking a dedicated and skilled Virtual Speech-Language...

Remote Work

Speech Therapist PRN Elkader

  • Elkader, IA (24 miles from West Union, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Elkader, IA (24 miles from West Union, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

As a Speech Therapist at MercyOne, you will plan, administers, implements, and evaluates speech therapy for all appropriate programs and services within the PM & R Department, for all patient age groups...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in West Union, IA

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in West Union, IA 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 West Union, IA
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%