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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$85,867 / year median in New York
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Skills and qualifications:
- Technical knowledge of different speech and swallowing disorders and how to treat them.
- Technical knowledge of specialized equipment for testing and treating speech and swallowing disorders.
- Ability to create a patient-centered treatment plan that would fit into the patient's life and help improve their symptoms.
- Advanced communication skills, with the ability to explain speech and swallowing disorders to patients and their families.