Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Westerly, 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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Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Westerly, RI
  • 23 hours ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 23 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications Experience with dysphagia management and instrumental assessments (e.g., FEES or MBSS) preferred....

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Speech Language Pathology Job in Westerly, Rhode Island

  • CompHealth
  • Westerly, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 4 days ago

CompHealth services are always free to you. Let us do the heavy lifting and handle the headache of credentialing, travel, housing, and so much more. With the premier staffing agency as your...

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Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Westerly, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Speech Language Pathologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Westerly, Rhode Island....

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Speech & Language Pathologist - Skilled - (SLP)

  • AMN Healthcare Allied
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago

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SLP / Speech Language Pathologist Long Term Care/Skilled Nursing Facility in WESTERLY, RI

  • Ardor Health Solutions
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago

Language Pathologist to join our travel team in a SNF UNIT setting, in WESTERLY, RI!...

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Speech Language Pathologist(SLP) / Travel / Rehabilitation

  • MAS Home Care
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist(SLP) / Travel / Rehabilitation Speech Language Pathologist Rehabilitation Type: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Westerly, RI MAS Medical Staffing is currently seeking a...

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Therapy - Speech Language Pathologist

  • (Employer Name Not Available)
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago

Share Salary Not Available Position range in Rhode Island $77k - $112k Per Year Therapy - Speech Language Pathologist (Employer Name Not Available) Occupation: Speech-Language Pathologists Location:...

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Rehab: Speech Language Pathologist

  • (Employer Name Not Available)
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago

Share $1,986.00 Per Week Position range in Rhode Island $1,472.00 - $2,157.00 Per Week Rehab: Speech Language Pathologist (Employer Name Not Available) Occupation: Speech-Language Pathologists Location...

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Speech Language Pathologists (SLP) - SNF

  • (Employer Name Not Available)
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago

Share $1,952.22 Per Week Position range in Rhode Island $1,472.00 - $2,157.00 Per Week Speech Language Pathologists (SLP) - SNF (Employer Name Not Available) Occupation: Speech-Language Pathologists...

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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • (Employer Name Not Available)
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 5 days ago

Share $1,848.95 Per Week Position range in Rhode Island $1,472.00 - $2,157.00 Per Week Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) (Employer Name Not Available) Occupation: Speech-Language Pathologists Location...

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SLP-Rehab - Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Trusted Health
  • Westerly, RI
  • 6 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 6 days ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced allied health professional for this exciting travel assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel experience by enabling clinicians to apply directly to jobs...

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Per Diem Home Health Speech Language Pathologist

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Westerly, RI
  • 7 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 7 days ago

Area: Speech Therapy Employment Type: Per Diem Published: May 27 2026 Location: Westerly / Rhode Island Description Speech Language Pathologist, SLP - Home Health Care Per Diem - Flexible Schedule BAYADA...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Reliant Rehabilition
  • Westerly, RI
  • 7 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 7 days ago

Share Between $55.00 and $60.00 Per Hour Position range in Rhode Island $36.79 - $53.92 Per hour Speech Language Pathologist Reliant Rehabilition Occupation: Speech-Language Pathologists Location: Westerly...

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School Speech Pathology

  • Soliant Health
  • North Kingstown, RI (23 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (23 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 10 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract To Hire Bring your expertise as a Speech-Language Pathologist to an engaging opportunity supporting students during the ESY (Extended School Year) session from...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Reliant Rehabilitation
  • North Kingstown, RI (23 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (23 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications Master's degree (or equivalent) in Speech-Language Pathology Valid Speech-Language Pathologist state license Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and...

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Demographic Data for Westerly, RI

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Westerly, RI

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Highest Education Level

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