Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Lancaster, 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 Pathologist

  • Encompass Health
  • Lititz, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lititz, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 16 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 Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Lititz, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lititz, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 14 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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Speech Therapist

  • PowerBack Rehabilitation
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago

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

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Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Willow Valley Retirement Communities
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 10 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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EI - Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Delta, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Delta, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Elementary SLP-CCC Job Hiring Leola, PA

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Leola, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Leola, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Elementary Speech Language Pathologist job hiring for the upcoming school year. Treating students from K - 8th grade, the SLP will provide speech therapy services....

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Speech Therapist in Ephrata, PA

  • Soliant Health
  • Ephrata, PA (10 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Ephrata, PA (10 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 17 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Make a meaningful impact in the lives of students by utilizing your expertise as a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist within an educational setting....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Healthpro Heritage, LLC
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 18 days ago

Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech Language Pathologist - Indiana, PA

  • FOX Rehabilitation
  • Akron, PA (8 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Akron, PA (8 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist Indiana, PA FOX Rehabilitation is growing in Indiana, PA andwerelooking for passionate, licensed Speech Language Pathologists who want to deliver exceptional one-on-one care...

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Pediatric SLP in Elizabethtown, PA

  • Soliant Health
  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 19 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Exciting opportunities are available for passionate Speech-Language Pathologists interested in making a difference in a school-based setting....

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Pediatric School Speech Pathology

  • Soliant Health
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 19 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Embark on a rewarding contract assignment supporting students as a Speech-Language Pathologist in a dynamic school environment near Lancaster, PA....

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Speech Language Pathologist - Full Time $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • Advantage
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 20 days ago

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Speech-Language Therapist / Pathologist

  • Eastern Lancaster County SD
  • New Holland, PA (13 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 20 days ago
  • New Holland, PA (13 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 20 days ago

The Speech-Language Pathologist collaborates closely with parents, teachers, administrators, and related service personnel to support student communication and academic success....

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • H2 Health
  • Sinking Spring, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Sinking Spring, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 20 days ago

Experience with dysphagia is required. Qualifications: Active CCC-SLP state license....

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Speech Pathologist (Part-time/New Danville Pa.)

  • Penn Medicine
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 23 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 23 days ago

School Speech Language Pathologist School Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm/ Part-time/20 Hours Per Week/Variable Hours Location: Catherine Hershey Schools-New Danville Pa....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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Highest Education Level

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