Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Bastrop, LA

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 (PT)

  • Bastrop, LA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bastrop, LA
  • 10 hours ago

DEPARTMENT: Rehab Status: PT Job Title: Pediatric Speech Therapist JOB SUMMARY: Evaluate/assess the needs of referred pediatric and adolescent patients in an outpatient therapy clinic to formulate...

Speech Pathologist 1 PRN FLT

  • Monroe, LA (24 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monroe, LA (24 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Speech/Language Pathologist PRN is responsible for evaluating/assessing needs of referred patients and formulating treatment plans. Provides therapy services defined in treatment plans....

Remote Speech Pathologist Opening (SLP) Farmerville, Louisiana

  • Farmerville, LA (23 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Farmerville, LA (23 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

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Speech Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) Opening Near Farmerville, Louisiana

  • Farmerville, LA (23 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Farmerville, LA (23 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Pathologist (SLP) Opening Near Farmerville, Louisiana

  • Farmerville, LA (23 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Farmerville, LA (23 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist--Part Time

  • Farmerville, LA (23 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Farmerville, LA (23 miles from Bastrop, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

Position: Speech Language Pathologist Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility Employment status: Part-Time Location: Farmerville, LA Our career offers: Competitive hourly wage; based on years of experience...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Bastrop, LA

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Highest Education Level

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