Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Covington, 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
  • 9 hours ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 9 hours 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 3 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 3 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 Pathologist - Rehab-Outpatient Therapy

  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Experience/Skills: Working knowledge of proper equipment used for speech therapy treatments. New Graduates accepted. Physical Demands: Manual or Physical Skill Required: Body mechanics....

Speech/Language Pathology Assistant

  • Covington, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 7 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 Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) Opening Near Covington, Louisiana

  • Covington, LA
  • 9 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 9 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
  • 9 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 9 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....

Virtual NSY Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Job in Louisiana

  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 14 days ago

Louisiana Remote Job | School Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) | Part & Full Time Openings Job Title: School Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Job Type: 100% Virtual Hiring Manager : Sunbelt Account...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Covington, LA
  • 14 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 14 days ago

Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist....

Remote Speech Pathologist Opening (SLP) Bogalusa, Louisiana

  • Bogalusa, LA (24 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bogalusa, LA (24 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 14 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
  • 16 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 16 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!...

Speech Language Pathologist SLP Home Health PRN

  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - PRN

  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

Provides, with minimal supervision, high quality speech-language pathology services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principles and practices of speech-language...

Speech Language Pathologist/Speech Therapist-Outpatient Adult Neuro-Slidell

  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

This job functions autonomously to deliver speech therapy treatment, either through referral or direct to consumer....

Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC)

  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) Hammond, LA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract Soliant Therapy is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to work Full-Time with an exceptional...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Covington, LA

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Highest Education Level

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