Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Forest Grove, OR

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 (Home Health) Full Time

  • Castle Medical Center
  • Tillamook, OR (19 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tillamook, OR (19 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 6 days ago

Located off the beautiful Oregon Coast, Adventist Health Tillamook has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1950. We are comprised of a 25-bed critical access medical center,...

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Speech Language Pathology Assistant -Special Student Services - Neah-Kah-Nie School District - 26/27 School Year - PART TIME

  • NWRESD REGIONAL OFFICE
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Under the direction of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), the SLPA implements speech and language programs and services tailored to students' individual needs....

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Speech Language Pathology Job in Tillamook, Oregon

  • Adelphi Education
  • Tillamook, OR (19 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tillamook, OR (19 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Adelphi is seeking Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to provide school-based services for students within a school in Tillamook, Oregon....

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School-Based SLP Hillsboro, Oregon

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 45+ days ago

This role is ideal for speech-language pathologists seeking to make a direct impact on learners of diverse backgrounds, all while collaborating with a dedicated team of educators and specialists....

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Speech Pathology - Beaverton, OR

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Beaverton, OR (23 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (23 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 45+ days ago

Step into a rewarding position supporting students communication skills as a contract speech-language pathologist....

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Speech Pathologist, Home Health, Part Time

  • Castle Medical Center
  • Tillamook, OR (19 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tillamook, OR (19 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Summary: Provides speech therapy services to patients with speech, language or swallowing disorders....

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Kids Care Home Health
  • Beaverton, OR (23 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (23 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities The licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed speech therapy to pediatric patients in a home health setting....

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Adjunct Clinical Supervisor-Speech Language Pathology

  • Pacific University
  • Forest Grove, OR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Forest Grove, OR
  • 90+ days ago

From time-to-time the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders hires licensed speech-language pathologists in part-time positions to supervise graduate students within one of our community partner...

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Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist

  • Kids Care Home Health
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Forest Grove, OR)
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities The licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed speech therapy to pediatric patients in a home health setting....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Forest Grove, OR

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Forest Grove, OR 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 Forest Grove, OR
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%