Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Merrill, WI

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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Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Speech Language Pathologist - $2,246 per week

  • Tomahawk, WI (19 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Tomahawk, WI (19 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 9 hours ago

Trinity Staffing Group is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Tomahawk, Wisconsin....

Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Tomahawk, WI (19 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tomahawk, WI (19 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where theyre needed most. Youll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders...

Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - 919580

  • Tomahawk, WI (19 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tomahawk, WI (19 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Location: Tomahawk, WI....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP - CCC) - SNF / LTC - Contract

  • Tomahawk, WI (19 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tomahawk, WI (19 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP....

Speech Therapist

  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 7 days ago

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

Speech Language Pathologist - 25/26 School Year

  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 21 days ago

Salary: $2600 / Week $65/hr -- Speech Language Pathologist for the 25/26 school year!...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - FT Wausau Rehab

  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 25 days ago

speech therapy in the PAM Health....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 28 days ago

At Phyt Rehab we have have an opportunity for a Full Time SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST in Wausau, WI: _*As a Full-time Employee, you will receive:*_ * Medical and Dental Insurance * 401k match with company...

Student-SLP

  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI (18 miles from Merrill, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist, the Speech-Language Pathology Student screens, examines and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate...

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Merrill, WI

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Merrill, WI offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
7.9%
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 Merrill, WI
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%