Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Mount Olive, NC

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
  • Warsaw, NC (13 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Warsaw, NC (13 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Join a leading therapy staffing firm as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist serving a skilled nursing facility in Warsaw, NC....

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Home Health SLP - Kinston, NC

  • Humana Inc.
  • Pink Hill, NC (22 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pink Hill, NC (22 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 14 days ago

As a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, you will: Use professional skills and judgment in evaluating and treating disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing and swallowing to prevent, identify...

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Home Health Speech Language Pathologist-PRN

  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Sjafb, NC (13 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Sjafb, NC (13 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 28 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...

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Home Health Speech Language Pathologist-PRN

  • Humana
  • Goldsboro, NC (13 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Goldsboro, NC (13 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 30+ 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...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Sampson Regional Medical Center
  • Clinton, NC (20 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Clinton, NC (20 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Description: The selected applicants will perform examinations and treatments of individuals referred to speech therapy. based on the examination, the speech language pathologist (SLP) organizes and...

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Speech Language Pathologist (Slp) - Southwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

  • Liberty HomeCare
  • Clinton, NC (20 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clinton, NC (20 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

We are currently seeking an experienced: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (SLP) Work with a multidisciplinary team to insure a wonderful rehab experience for patients and their families by being responsive...

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Speech Language Pathologist (Slp) - Mary Gran

  • Liberty Healthcare Management
  • Clinton, NC (20 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clinton, NC (20 miles from Mount Olive, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

We are currently seeking an experienced: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ( SLP ) Work with a multidisciplinary team to insure a wonderful rehab experience for patients and their families by being responsive...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Mount Olive, NC

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Mount Olive, NC 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 Mount Olive, NC
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%