Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Gainesville, VA

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

  • Legacy Healthcare Services
  • Annandale, VA (22 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Annandale, VA (22 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 hour ago

Experience a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) career that's full of joy, purpose, and opportunities to grow....

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Speech Therapist

  • PowerBack Rehabilitation
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Speech Language Pathologist - SLP - PRN

  • Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living
  • Ashburn, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashburn, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as a Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) support our residents with daily living activities, providing personalized care to meet each resident's...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Kids Care Home Health
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities The licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed speech therapy to pediatric patients in a home health setting....

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PRN Speech Language Pathologist

  • Ivy Rehab Network, Inc.
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: PRN Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist At Ivy Rehab for Kids, you are not just an employee - you are a valued teammate!...

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PRN Speech Language Pathologist

  • MedStar Health
  • Greenway, VA (24 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenway, VA (24 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 2 days ago

MedStar Health is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center!...

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Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

  • Ivy Rehab Network, Inc.
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist At Ivy Rehab for Kids, you are not just an employee - you are a valued teammate!...

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Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

  • NY001 IVYREHAB PHYSICAL THERAPY OT & SLP PLLC
  • Manassas Park, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Manassas Park, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist At Ivy Rehab for Kids, you are not just an employee - you are a valued teammate!...

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Speech Language Pathologist, Home Health

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Leesburg, VA (16 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA (16 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist, SLP Qualifications: A current license as a Speech Language Pathologist in VA....

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Speech Language Pathologist- Peds

  • 103 Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (legal name: Potomac Hospital Corporation of Prince William)
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Supervise and assume responsibility for care provide Education Bachelor's Degree (Required) Master's Degree (Preferred) Doctorate Degree in Speech Language Pathology Certification/Licensure Speech Language...

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Fairfax, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 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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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Reliant Rehabilitation
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities Speech Language Pathologist Summary: Provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Therapy and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities...

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Speech Language Pathologist PRN Acute Care

  • 103 Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (legal name: Potomac Hospital Corporation of Prince William)
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Supervise and assume responsibility for care provide Education Bachelors Degree (Required) Masters Degree (Preferred) Doctorate Degree in Speech Language Pathologist Certification/Licensure Speech Language...

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Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

  • Ro Health
  • Ashburn, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago

#LI-jobpost Are you in search of a role that offers competitive compensation, unique benefits, and a team that is dedicated to supporting your career? Ro Health is hiring for a qualified SLP to...

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Speech Therapist / Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Interim Healthcare
  • Sterling, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago

In the last five (5) years, two (2) years of experience as a speech language pathologist that is relevant to the patient population assigned....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Gainesville, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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