Speech Language Pathology Jobs in California

Speech Language Pathology jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, with sustained demand in public school districts, acute care hospital systems, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, and early intervention programs, covering roles from clinical fellowship year through senior and supervising clinician. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, and established employers including Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and the Los Angeles Unified School District maintain consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties in California are pediatric language disorders, dysphagia, and autism spectrum communication support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles33
Top employerCareer Links
Top citySalinas, CA
Cities hiring30
Work type88% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Speech Language Pathologist - Speech Pathology
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Speech Language Pathologist - Speech Pathology
Providence
Fortuna, California
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$48.79 - $75.74/hr
Master's degree in speech-language pathology (SLP)
10,000+

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Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
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Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
Compass Speech Therapy
Santa Clara, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
On-Site

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The TALK Team
School based Speech Language Pathology Assistant
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School based Speech Language Pathology Assistant
The TALK Team
Fresno, California
Community & Nonprofit Services
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
$40 - $50/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Speech Language Pathology Assistant SLPA
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Speech Language Pathology Assistant SLPA
Summit Speech Language Pathology
Brentwood, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
$40 - $55/hr

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Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
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Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
Baker, California
Community & Nonprofit Services
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
$45 - $55/hr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Speech Language Pathology Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Salinas
2 jobs
San Jose
2 jobs
Los Angeles
2 jobs
Baker
1 job
Eureka
1 job
Fresno
1 job
Newark
1 job
Rialto
1 job
Fortuna
1 job

Speech Language Pathology Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Career Links
Career Links5 open roles
MAXIMA THERAPY
MAXIMA THERAPY4 open roles
Providence
Providence3 open roles

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in speech language pathology 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
  • Experience conducting standardized assessments and writing evaluation reports for diverse patient or student populations
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish preferred for many California school district and community health positions
  • Familiarity with California IEP processes and special education law for positions within California public school settings

Speech Language Pathology Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a speech language pathology in California?

To work as a speech language pathologist in California, you must obtain a license from the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board. This requires completing a master's or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program, finishing a supervised clinical fellowship, and passing the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology. School-based positions additionally require a California credential issued through the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

How much do speech language pathologies make in California?

Speech language pathologies 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 pathologys in California?

Employers hiring speech language pathologys in California right now include Career Links, MAXIMA THERAPY, and Providence, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's combination of large integrated health systems, expansive public school districts, and a robust network of outpatient rehabilitation providers means openings are distributed well beyond a single employer type.

Which California cities have the most speech language pathology jobs?

Salinas, San Jose, and Los Angeles are the California cities with the most speech language pathology openings. Los Angeles drives volume through its dense concentration of hospital systems, one of the nation's largest school districts, and numerous outpatient therapy groups, while San Francisco and San Diego add openings through major academic medical centers, pediatric specialty practices, and large rehabilitation networks anchored in each metro.

Are there remote speech language pathology jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Speech language pathology is fundamentally a hands-on clinical role, so most positions require in-person presence with patients or students. About 13% of speech language pathology openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles are almost entirely in teletherapy, where clinicians deliver direct services via secure video platforms to school or home-based clients.

How can I get hired as a speech language pathology in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for clinical fellowship year positions at large California health systems or school districts immediately after completing your master's degree. Kaiser Permanente, large county office of education programs, and regional nonprofit rehabilitation centers regularly take on CFY clinicians as structured entry-level hires. Candidates who have completed California-based externship rotations, hold bilingual Spanish proficiency, or have already submitted their licensure application to the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board stand out in competitive applicant pools.

Where can I find and apply to speech language pathology jobs in California?

You can find and apply to speech language pathology jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, school districts, and outpatient settings. Find roles that fit your specialty and location preferences and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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