Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in South Dakota

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
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Join as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist and use your skills where they are needed. You will evaluate and treat communication and swallowing disorders in a skilled nursing facility setting....

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Speech Language Pathologist - Full Time

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 3 days ago

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for speech language pathologists including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts....

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Travel SLP - Speech Language Pathologist

  • Focus Staff
  • Spearfish, SD
  • 19 hours ago
  • Spearfish, SD
  • 19 hours ago

Pathologist (Traveling SLP) Focus Staff is seeking a traveling Speech Language Pathologist to Provide speech therapy services to include evaluation and treatment to pediatric patients to older adults...

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Harrisburg, SD

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 1 day ago

Embark on your next adventure as a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist and discover the unique rewards of a travel role that offers more than just a change of scenery....

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Onida, SD

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Onida, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Onida, SD
  • 1 day ago

Take the leap into an exciting career as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and unlock the door to a world of personal and professional growth....

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Speech Pathologist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 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 - Home Health - PRN

  • 70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 4 days ago

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech-Language Pathologist - Inpatient Rehab Full-Time

  • Sanford Health
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech-Language Pathologist - Home Health - Part Time

  • Sanford Health
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist....

In Person Part Time

Speech-Language Pathologist - Home Health - PRN

  • Good Samaritan
  • Vale, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Vale, SD
  • 5 days ago

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech-Language Pathologist - Home Health - PRN

  • Sanford Health
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in Americas heartland....

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Speech Language Pathologist/Clinical Fellowship

  • Aegis Therapies
  • Irene, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Irene, SD
  • 7 days ago

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Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Rehab

  • StaffDNA
  • Spearfish, SD
  • 9 days ago
  • Spearfish, SD
  • 9 days ago

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

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist

  • TLC Nursing
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 days ago

Apply now to take the next step in your journey as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) with TLC Nursing!...

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Certified Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

  • District Wide / Administration
  • Pierre, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 12 days ago

This person must be licensed to assist in the practice of Speech-Language Pathology, under the supervision of or in consultation with a licensed Speech Pathologist. This position involves working...

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Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in South Dakota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in South Dakota 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 South Dakota
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%