Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Elkton, MD

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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Home Care Speech Therapist - Anne Arundel, Baltimore County, Baltimore City

  • MedStar Health
  • Aberdeen, MD (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 26 days ago
  • Aberdeen, MD (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 26 days ago

MedStar Health is looking for an SLP (Speech Language Pathology) Homecare Clinician PV (Per Visit) to join our team across Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County and Baltimore City! As an SLP...

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • The Stepping Stones Group
  • Coatesville, PA (24 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Coatesville, PA (24 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

We're currently welcoming full-time, school-based Speech-Language Pathologists to our growing team in Coatesville, PA....

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Middletown, DE

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Middletown, DE (14 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, DE (14 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Discover a rewarding travel opportunity designed for speech-language pathologists passionate about making an impact in school settings....

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Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Coatesville, PA (24 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Coatesville, PA (24 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 1 day ago

The Speech-Language Pathologist at this level plans, conducts, and coordinates all aspects of diagnostic assessments and evaluations and therapeutic and rehabilitative services for speech, language,...

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Speech Pathologist

  • Nemours
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 2 days ago

State of Delaware Speech Language Pathologist License or provisional/temporary license in speech-language pathology required upon hire....

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SY 26-27 - Speech Language Pathologist

  • Delaware Schools Consortium
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 2 days ago

School District    This position is for the 2026-2027 School Year Speech Language Pathologist Overview: The key role of the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is to identify students with a...

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Speech Pathologist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Middletown
  • Greenville, DE (18 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, DE (18 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary. Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment....

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Speech Pathologist (Bear, DE)

  • Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
  • Bear, DE (8 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bear, DE (8 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Nemours Children's Health, Becks Woods is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (Full-Time) to join our outpatient program in Bear, Delaware....

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Speech Language Pathologist - Newark, DE

  • Newark, DE (8 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, DE (8 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Apply Now Speech Language Phologist Newark, DE FOX Rehabilition is growing in Newark, DE, andwerelooking for passione, licensed Speech Language Phologists who want to deliver exceptional...

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Speech Language Specialist

  • Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District
  • Penns Grove, NJ (23 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Penns Grove, NJ (23 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 5 days ago

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Delivers speech/language therapy to identified students consistent with their individual program requirements and with State and Federal requirements....

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Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Part Time - ESY

  • Pediatric Developmental Services
  • Odessa, DE (15 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Odessa, DE (15 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) Make a Difference in a Pediatric Setting with PDS!...

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CF Speech Language Pathologist

  • K12 CORE - Midwest Atlantic
  • Odessa, DE (15 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Odessa, DE (15 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Our team of seasoned Speech Language Pathologists will mentor you through every step of your clinical fellowship journey What We're Looking For: Master's Degree from a Speech-Language Pathology program...

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Speech Language Pathologist PRN - Acute / Inpatient Rehab

  • MedStar Health
  • Abingdon, MD (24 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Abingdon, MD (24 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 7 days ago

MedStar Health is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital!...

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  • Christiana Care Health System
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 10 days ago

ChristianaCare is recruiting for a per diem Speech Language Pathologist to work a minimum of two weekend days per month. May pick up additional weekday or weekend shifts as available....

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Speech Therapist, Pediatric Feeding Specialist

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from Elkton, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide feeding therapy services for Infants and Toddlers in Delaware....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Elkton, MD

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Highest Education Level

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