Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Kentucky

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

  • Jeffersontown, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Jeffersontown, KY
  • 60+ days ago

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

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago

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

What youll do Provide speech-language teletherapy Participate in IEP meetings Complete comprehensive case reports Exercise strong communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate with...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - PRN

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

UofL Health, Frazier Rehabilitation Hospital - Brownsboro PRN A career at UofL Health- Frazier Rehabilitation Hospital - Brownsboro, a new 40-bed, 55,000-square-foot, two-story inpatient acute...

Speech Pathologist (PRN)

  • Cecilia, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cecilia, KY
  • 90+ 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)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 22 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 22 days ago

UofL Health, Frazier Rehabilitation Hospital - Brownsboro Part Time A career at UofL Health- Frazier Rehabilitation Hospital - Brownsboro, a new 40-bed, 55,000-square-foot, two-story inpatient...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Rehabilitation - Days

  • Greenville, KY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Greenville, KY
  • 9 hours ago

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) that is licensed or in the immediate process, and qualifies, of obtaining Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) licensure...

Speech Therapist - Lourdes Hospital

  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Speech Language Pathologist will diagnose and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across all age groups....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • KY
  • 1 day ago
  • KY
  • 1 day ago

Language Pathologist License in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to apply Degree from an accredited speech language pathologist therapy program Basic computer literacy skills Current CPR certification...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Mayfield, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Mayfield, KY
  • 1 day ago

Organization Website Organization Address 2290 State Rt 121 N Mayfield, KY 42066 Vacancy ID 20242025 - 06941 Position Category Speech/Language Pathologist Title Speech Language Pathologist Description...

Hiring a Remote Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Schools- Virtual Teletherapy Louisville, KY 2 days ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP - Telespeech JOB TYPE Contract Job Title: Remote Speech-Language Pathologist...

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Speech & Language Pathology Assistant in Pikeville, KY

  • Pikeville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Pikeville, KY
  • 1 day ago

parents Familiarity with healthcare practices in educational settings is a plus Location: Grundy, VA Responsibilities: Assist in the delivery of speech and language services as directed by licensed speech-language...

NEW* Virtual Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Job with VocoVision- Remote Teletherapy Owensboro, KY 2 days ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP - Telespeech JOB TYPE Contract Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 1 day ago

Use professional judgment and research to design and plan speech/language therapy sessions that develop student abilities to use communication skills, apply core concepts, become self-sufficient individuals...

'25-'26 Speech/Language Pathologist

  • Williamstown, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Williamstown, KY
  • 2 days ago

The Grant County School District is seeking qualified applicants for the following position 2025-2026 School Year: Speech Language Pathologist - District Wide...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Kentucky offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
8.0%
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 Kentucky
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%