Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Hershey, PA

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
  • Lititz, PA (18 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lititz, PA (18 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where theyre needed most. Youll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring a new part of the...

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Pediatric Speech Pathologist (Part-time/Days)

  • Penn Medicine
  • Neffsville, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Neffsville, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 hours ago

Pediatric Speech Pathologist Part-time/24 Hours Per Week JOB SUMMARY: The purpose of the Speech Language Pathologist position is to perform evaluation and treatment techniques within the principles...

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Powerback Rehabilitation
  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities: As a Speech Language Pathologist, you help patients get their power back....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

Alerts the Manager to educational needs Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required....

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School Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Harrisburg, PA (13 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (13 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Make a meaningful impact in education by supporting students communication growth in a contract-based SLPA (Speech-Language Pathology Assistant) role. Working within a collaborative school...

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SLP Speech Language Pathologist PRN

  • Vibra Healthcare Inc.
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Responsible for providing and directing Speech-Language Pathologist services to residents including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation...

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • K12 CORE - Midwest Atlantic
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Are you a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist ready to make waves? The Stepping Stones Group is searching for YOU to join our dynamic team in York, PA!...

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Full-Time SLP in York,PA

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Sunbelt Staffing is currently hiring a full-time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for a school district in York, Pennsylvania for the 20262027 school year....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • The Stepping Stones Group
  • Harrisburg, PA (13 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (13 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 4 days ago

We're currently welcoming part-time, school-based Speech-Language Pathologists to our growing team in Harrisburg, OR....

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Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) - Dover, PA

  • Soliant Health
  • Dover, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dover, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 5 days ago

You'll partner with a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to help students achieve their learning and communication goals, making a meaningful impact each day....

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Speech Therapist

  • PowerBack Rehabilitation
  • Hershey, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: As a Speech Language Pathologist, you help patients get their power back....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SIGN ON BONUS) - Harrisburg, PA

  • Harrisburg, PA (13 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (13 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Apply Now Speech Language Phologist Harrisburg, PA FOX Rehabilition is growing in East Shore, Harrisburg, Hershey, and Middletown, PA, andwerelooking for passione, licensed Speech Language...

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Speech Pathology - Mechanicsburg, PA

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Discover an exciting opportunity to make a difference as a Speech Language Pathologist serving early intervention programs in Perry, Dauphin, and Cumberland Counties....

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Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Willow Valley Retirement Communities
  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 11 days ago

This PRN Speech-Language Pathologist plans, organizes and administers medically prescribed Speech Therapy programming for patients with speech and language communication disorders, cognition and memory...

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Speech Language Pathologist- Surgery and Rehab Hospital (Inpatient Medical Rehab)-PRN

  • WellSpan Health
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Required Licenses: Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist Upon Hire Required and Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required Courses and Training: Graduate of an accredited program in speech-language pathology...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Hershey, PA

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Highest Education Level

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