Speech Language Pathologist Jobs in California
Speech Language Pathologist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in school districts, hospital systems, pediatric clinics, and rehabilitation centers, with openings at every level from clinical fellowship year through senior and supervisory positions. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where large employers like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and the Los Angeles Unified School District maintain ongoing demand. The most in-demand specialties are pediatric language and literacy, dysphagia and swallowing disorders, and augmentative and alternative communication. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Driftwood Healthcare Center-Santa Cruz is hiring for a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). We value our employees and we are committed to providing them with a professional and supportive work environment. We treat our residents and employees as part of our family.
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Salary: $104,000 - $124,800 PRN/ON CALL
Sign-on Bonus Available!
Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Benefits:
- PTO
- Referral Bonuses
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) responsibilities within scope of practice and federal guidelines:
- Screens and evaluates residents and develops appropriate plan of care.
- Provides direct resident treatment in accordance with an established plan of care.
- Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
- Works with residents for functional swallow techniques.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
- Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Entry Qualifications and Skills:
- Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology.
- One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.
- Certification in Clinical Competency.
- Current license to practice Speech-Language Pathology issued by the state of California.
Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.
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Speech Language Pathologist Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- HiredFirst30H
- Collage Rehabilitation Partners29
- Sunny Days12
- Edu-Aids10
- Voyage Health10V
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in speech language pathologist jobs across California.
- Active California Speech-Language Pathology license issued by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board
- Master's degree in speech-language pathology or communication sciences and disorders from an accredited program
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
- Clinical experience or completed clinical fellowship year in a relevant setting such as schools, hospitals, or outpatient clinics
- Experience with dysphagia assessment and treatment, including modified barium swallow studies or MBSS interpretation
- Familiarity with augmentative and alternative communication devices and evidence-based intervention approaches for pediatric or adult populations
Speech Language Pathologist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a speech language pathologist in California?
You must earn a master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program, complete a supervised clinical fellowship year, and obtain a license from the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board. California requires passing the Praxis examination in Speech-Language Pathology as part of the licensure process. Most California employers also expect or prefer the CCC-SLP credential from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association alongside the state license.
How much do speech language pathologists make in California?
Speech language pathologists in California earn a median of about $118,970 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,750 for the lowest 10% to over $160,900 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire speech language pathologists in California?
Employers hiring speech language pathologists in California right now include HiredFirst, Collage Rehabilitation Partners, and Sunny Days, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's large school districts, integrated health systems, and pediatric specialty networks consistently generate some of the highest volumes of openings in the state.
Which California cities have the most speech language pathologist jobs?
Los Angeles, San Jose, and Oakland have the most speech language pathologist openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its scale of school districts, hospital networks, and rehabilitation providers, while San Francisco and San Diego draw volume from major academic medical centers and the concentration of pediatric and outpatient clinic operators in those metro areas.
Are there remote speech language pathologist jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in desk-based fields, since most SLP work involves direct patient or student contact in clinical or school settings. About 16% of speech language pathologist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Teletherapy roles serving school districts and outpatient caseloads represent the segment of the field most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a speech language pathologist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your clinical fellowship year through a California employer, since large school districts like Los Angeles Unified and integrated health systems like Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health regularly take on CFY candidates as a pipeline to full hire. Entry-level openings are also common in skilled nursing facilities and early intervention programs, where caseload demand is high and competition is lower than in pediatric outpatient clinics. Having your California license application submitted and your Praxis score ready before the fellowship ends gives you a meaningful advantage in a competitive applicant pool.
Where can I find and apply to speech language pathologist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to speech language pathologist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across school districts, hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and rehabilitation settings. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly.
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