Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Leitchfield, KY

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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SLP-Home Health PRN

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 20 days ago
  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 20 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, you will: Evaluate, direct and provide speech/language pathology service to patients...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Rineyville, KY (23 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rineyville, KY (23 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 45+ days ago

Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary. Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment....

Speech Pathologist (PRN)

  • Cecilia, KY (18 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cecilia, KY (18 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 60+ days ago

Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary. Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment....

Speech Therapist

  • Westview, KY (13 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Westview, KY (13 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 13 days ago

Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathologist Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Speech Language Therapy....

Full Time School Based SLP Job Cloverport, KY

  • Hardinsburg, KY (22 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hardinsburg, KY (22 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 30+ days ago

Contract Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School-Based Cloverport, KY Join Soliant in Cloverport, KY, as a Speech Language Pathologist for an exciting contract opportunity in a school-based setting...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Instructs the patient, the family and/or caregiver and other members of the health care team in areas of speech therapy in which they can participate....

Speech Therapist

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary Evaluates and treats patient populations for speech-language therapy needs according to appropriate competency levels....

Speech Therapist - Per Diem

  • Hardinsburg, KY (22 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hardinsburg, KY (22 miles from Leitchfield, KY)
  • 90+ days ago

Instructs the patient, the family and/or caregiver and other members of the health care team in areas of speech therapy in which they can participate....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Leitchfield, KY

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Leitchfield, KY offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.7%
Associate's Degree
8.0%
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 Leitchfield, KY
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%