Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Greenwood, 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 SLP Adult Home Health Visits

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 10 days ago

*Note: If the SLP - CCC certification has not been obtained the candidate must be put into the SLP Clinical Fellow (100910) job....

Speech Therapist

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 16 days ago

Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and Speech & Language Pathologists Assistants (SLPA's) are welcome to apply to the position of Speech and Language Pathologist....

NEW Virtual Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Job with VocoVision- Remote Teletherapy

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 19 days ago

Category Schools - SLP - Telespeech Job Type Contract Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - 2024-2025 School Year **Company:** VocoVision (Contract Position) **Location:** Remote (Work from Home...

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Virtual School Based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Job- Teletherapy

  • Bossier City, LA (19 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bossier City, LA (19 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 19 days ago

Category Schools - SLP - Telespeech Job Type Contract Job Posting: Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - VocoVision Position: Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Employer: VocoVision Employment...

Speech Pathologist Pediatrics-Phys Med Therapy Multi-PRN

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 23 days ago

Summary: A professional who assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates patient care activities. He/she has clinical and/or functional knowledge of the position for which...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School

  • Waskom, TX (9 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Waskom, TX (9 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 23 days ago

AMN Healthcare is partnering with a well-respected school district in Waskom, Texas to hire a highly motivated and passionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for an onsite contract position....

Speech Language Pathologist, Home Health

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 23 days ago

As a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, you will: Evaluate, direct and provide speech/language pathology service to patients in the home or facility Participate in the development and periodic...

Speech Language Pathologist - Speech Therapy - Kings Hwy

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 28 days ago

This job evaluates patients and provides inpatient speech therapy treatment programs based upon physician orders from inpatient providers....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full Time

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary: 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 Pathologist

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

With TMC, Speech Language Pathologists don't just make a living; they make a difference. Come be part of something bigger than a job!...

PRN Speech Therapist (Home Health)

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

Summary We are hiring for a PRN Speech Therapist - Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)....

Speech Pathologist SLP

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

*Note: If the SLP - CCC certification has not been obtained the candidate must be put into the SLP Clinical Fellow (100910) job....

Speech Therapist - Augmentative Communication Specialist

  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA (14 miles from Greenwood, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

Please add Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and Speech & Language Pathologists Assistants (SLPA's) welcome to apply to the position of Speech and Language Pathologist....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Greenwood, LA

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Highest Education Level

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