Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Louisiana

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 Language Pathologist- Inpatient NICU/PEDS- PRN

  • Ochsner Health System
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days ago

This job plans, organizes, and conducts speech therapy treatment programs based upon the guidelines established under the state practice act....

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PRN-Speech Therapist - Home Health

  • Optum
  • Delhi, LA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Delhi, LA
  • 11 hours ago

PRN Speech Therapist - Speech Language Pathologist Explore opportunities wi th Delhi HomeCare, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide...

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - PRN

  • Lagniappe Rehab Services
  • Jonesboro, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Jonesboro, LA
  • 1 day 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...

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Speech language pathologist - Inpatient - PRN

  • Ochsner Clinic Foundation
  • Slidell, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 1 day ago

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

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Metairie, LA

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Metairie, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 1 day ago

Step into an exciting travel opportunity working as an SLP in schools near Metairie, LA! Traveling for your career gives you access to unique perkssuch as premium pay packages, non-taxable...

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Outpatient Speech Pathologist - Westbank

  • LCMC Health
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago

Treatment Skills: Provides treatment to patients referred for Speech Therapy Able to provide Speech Therapy services to patients with a variety of diagnoses Uses appropriate strategies based on patients...

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PRN Pediatric Speech Therapist

  • St. Tammany Health System
  • Covington, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 2 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...

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Speech Language Pathologist (Outpatient) - Ochsner Neuroscience Institute

  • Ochsner Health
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

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

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Program Director (PT, OT, SLP)- Acute Rehab Unit

  • Lifepoint Rehabilitation
  • Zachary, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Zachary, LA
  • 3 days ago

Title: Program Director (PT, OT, or SLP) Lane Regional Medical Center Setting: Acute Rehab Unit Job Type: Full time Your experience matters! At Lane Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a...

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Speech Pathologist PRN

  • LCMC Health
  • Metairie, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 4 days ago

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

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Speech Language Therapist Updated

  • Tangipahoa Parish School System
  • Amite, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Amite, LA
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist Date Posted: 5/26/2026 Location: Tangipahoa Parish School System    Attachment(s): Advertisement Job Description

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • K12 CORE - Southwest
  • Harvey, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Harvey, LA
  • 6 days ago

We're currently welcoming full-time, school-based Speech-Language Pathologists to our growing team in Harvey, LA - open to monolingual and bilingual candidates!...

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Pediatric Speech Therapist

  • St. Tammany Health System
  • Covington, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Covington, 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...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Reliant Rehabilitation
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist Reliant Rehabilitation - 2.6 Shreveport, LA Job Details PRN $50 - $55 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching...

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Speech Language Pathology Job in Alexandria, Louisiana

  • CHRISTUS Health
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 8 days ago

Speech Pathologist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Speech Therapy Practice Act as they apply for providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Louisiana

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Louisiana offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Associate's Degree
7.7%
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 Louisiana
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%