Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Bogalusa, 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 Pathologist PRN

  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Provide speech therapy to patients with various diagnoses using appropriate strategies based on patients age, evidence, and best practices....

Outpatient Speech Therapist Per Diem

  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 7 days ago

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in...

Speech and Language Pathologist

  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 7 days ago

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in...

Speech/Language Pathology Assistant

  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 11 days ago

The St. Tammany Parish School Board is now accepting applications for the position of Speech/Language Pathology Assistant. This is a nine (9) month position. Salary will be based on degree and...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health - PRN

  • Picayune, MS (23 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Picayune, MS (23 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 12 days ago

Pathologists (SLP) evaluate and provide skilled speech-language therapy to individuals in a home setting, under the care of an attending physician....

Speech Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) Opening Near Covington, Louisiana

  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 13 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 Covington, Louisiana

  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 13 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....

Remote Speech Pathologist Opening (SLP) Franklinton, Louisiana

  • Franklinton, LA (13 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Franklinton, LA (13 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 13 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....

Remote Work

School Based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Full Time near Covington, LA

  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Covington, LA (24 miles from Bogalusa, LA)
  • 20 days ago

A local school district near Covington, LA is hiring for a Speech-Language Pathologist for next school year and Sunbelt is scheduling interviews today!...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Bogalusa, LA

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Bogalusa, LA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
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 Bogalusa, LA
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%