Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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 - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Lumberton, NJ (18 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lumberton, NJ (18 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Experience with dysphagia management, modified barium swallow interpretation, and treatment planning preferred. Assignment Details Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility....

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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

  • St. Mary Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Langhorne, PA (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Langhorne, PA (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Speech-Language Pathologist PRN Who we are: St....

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Adjunct, MS Speech Language Pathology - Clinical Educator

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Recruitment/Posting Title: Adjunct, MS Speech Language Pathology - Clinical Educator Department: SHP - Rehabilitation & Movemen Salary Details: $55 Per Hour Offer Information: The final salary...

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • K12 CORE - Midwest Atlantic
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Help Students Find Their Voice-and Your Own INVO, a proud member of The Stepping Stones Group, is seeking full-time, school-based Speech-Language Pathologists to join our growing team in Cherry Hill...

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Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Rehab

  • StaffDNA
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Speech-Language Pathologist - Rehab We are seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our rehabilitation team....

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Speech Language Specialist NJDOE Speech Language Specialist Endorsement Code Required (Code #3462)

  • Trenton Public Schools
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Speech Language Specialist NJDOE Speech Language Specialist Endorsement Code Required (Code #3462)

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist, SLP Qualifications: A current license as a Speech Language Pathologist in STATE....

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Speech Language Pathologist (Per-Diem)

  • Springpoint Senior Living
  • Monroe Twp, NJ (18 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Monroe Twp, NJ (18 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Village Point is seeking an experienced Per-Diem Speech Language Pathologist to join our team! Village Point is a Springpoint Senior Living Community located in Monroe Township, NJ....

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Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - $2,195 per week

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

team as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist and use your clinical skills in a skilled nursing facility setting....

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Delta Companies
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Overview Setting: Outpatient Compensation: $2,094 - $2,455 estimated weekly pay Start: ASAP | open to 1-2 months out Duration: 2 weeks | potential to extend Guaranteed Hours: 40 Benefits: Blue...

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Speech Language Pathologist - Moorestown, NJ

  • FOX Rehabilitation
  • Moorestown, NJ (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Moorestown, NJ (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - MOORESTOWN, NJ Please text clinical recruiter Karl at ... for more information....

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Speech Therapist / SLP - Other

  • Solomon Page Group
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Our client is seeking a Speech Therapist / SLP to join their growing team. As a Speech Therapist, you will assess patients, diagnose disorders that can impact swallowing and speaking, and provide...

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Speech Language Pathology Job in New Jersey, United States

  • CompHealth
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Some locum assignments can be as short as a day, others, years. Some are far from home, others are local. Whatever it is you're looking for, we offer true opportunities, not just postings....

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Speech Language Pathology Job in Freehold, New Jersey

  • CompHealth
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Some locum assignments can be as short as a day, others, years. Some are far from home, others are local. Whatever it is you're looking for, we offer true opportunities, not just postings....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SIGN ON BONUS) - Runnemede, NJ

  • Fox Rehabilitation
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 11 days ago

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - RUNNEMEDE, NJ Please text clinical recruiter Karl at ... for more information....

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Demographic Data for Trenton, NJ

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

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