Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Providence, RI

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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J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center

Speech Language Pathologist

Position: Speech-Language Pathologist Schedule: Flexible to meet the needs of the program; 8:30-4:30 pm Location: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Center Program Job Description: The Speech-Language...

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Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • West Bridgewater, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Bridgewater, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 14 days ago

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist serving a skilled nursing facility in West Bridgewater, MA....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Onsite or Teletherapy

  • K12 CORE - Midwest Atlantic
  • Providence, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 2 days ago

We're currently welcoming full-time, school-based Speech-Language Pathologists to our growing team in Providence, RI - open to onsite or teletherapy services!...

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Speech Language Pathologist - CFY

  • Lifepoint Careers
  • Warwick, RI (8 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (8 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - CFY joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier....

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PRN - Speech Language Pathologist

  • Functional Pathways
  • Providence, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 2 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Steere House - Providence, RI 02903Position Type: PRNFunctional Pathways is currently hiring at Steere House in Providence, RI for a Speech Language Pathologist....

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Summer - ESY Program Speech Lang. Pathologist - ESY Autism, ESY Walk-in up svc.

  • Providence School District
  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND CURRICULAR LINKAGES: The primary responsibility of a speech language pathologist is to screen, evaluate and provide appropriate services to students with...

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Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, SNF

  • StaffDNA
  • Middletown, RI (22 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Middletown, RI (22 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Speech-Language Pathologist - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting....

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Speech Language Pathologist (Early Intervention)

  • Meeting Street
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago

Language Pathologist in Early Intervention working 40 hours weekly....

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Speech and Language Specialist, SEN LSA

  • Teaching Personnel
  • Newport, RI (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport, RI (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago

SEN Learning Support Assistant, Speech and Language Specialist Location: Cardiff, Wales Salary: 93 per day Contract Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Advocates
  • Cranston, RI (2 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (2 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Current professional licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island, or eligibility for licensure....

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ESY Speech-Language Pathologist PreK12 - $1,440 per week

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
  • Somerset, MA (14 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Somerset, MA (14 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist Discipline: Therapy Duration: 5 weeks 20 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Travel Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)...

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CF Speech Language Pathologist

  • K12 CORE - Midwest Atlantic
  • Bristol, RI (12 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bristol, RI (12 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Our team of seasoned Speech Language Pathologists will mentor you through every step of your clinical fellowship journey What We're Looking For: Master's Degree from a Speech-Language Pathology program...

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,428 per week

  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • Middletown, RI (22 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Middletown, RI (22 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,428 per week The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies....

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Speech & Language Pathologist Grade 4-12

  • West Bridgewater Public Schools
  • West Bridgewater, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Bridgewater, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Full time Speech & Language Pathologist for Grades 4-12 in the West Bridgewater Public School District...

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Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Rehab

  • StaffDNA
  • Providence, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 10 days ago

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

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Providence, RI

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Highest Education Level

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