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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INTRODUCTION
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Hayward
Up to $75/hr | Paid Travel Time | Flexible Schedule
HealthPro Heritage is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist to support Sage Post Acute (Hayward, CA). This role offers strong compensation, scheduling flexibility, and paid travel time — all while working in supportive, well-established rehab teams.
COMPENSATION:
- $70 – $75 per hour, based on experience
- $2,500 Sign-on Bonus!
- Paid travel time between sites
- You will not travel to both locations in the same day
CLINICAL SETTING:
- Skilled Nursing (SNF)
If you’re an SLP looking for strong pay, flexibility, and a supportive clinical environment, this is an excellent opportunity to consider.
WHY CHOOSE HEALTHPRO HERITAGE?
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
- Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
- Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
- Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
- Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities using standardized tests and clinical observations. Develop accurate diagnoses based on assessment results.
- Treatment and Education: Implement evidence-based therapies for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders; monitor and adjust treatment plans; educate and support patients and families on disorders, treatment strategies, and daily communication improvement.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Collaboration: Work with healthcare providers to ensure effective patient care and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible.
- Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) (CCC-SLP).
- Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
INTRODUCTION
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Hayward
Up to $75/hr | Paid Travel Time | Flexible Schedule
HealthPro Heritage is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist to support Sage Post Acute (Hayward, CA). This role offers strong compensation, scheduling flexibility, and paid travel time — all while working in supportive, well-established rehab teams.
COMPENSATION:
- $70 – $75 per hour, based on experience
- $2,500 Sign-on Bonus!
- Paid travel time between sites
- You will not travel to both locations in the same day
CLINICAL SETTING:
- Skilled Nursing (SNF)
If you’re an SLP looking for strong pay, flexibility, and a supportive clinical environment, this is an excellent opportunity to consider.
WHY CHOOSE HEALTHPRO HERITAGE?
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
- Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
- Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
- Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
- Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities using standardized tests and clinical observations. Develop accurate diagnoses based on assessment results.
- Treatment and Education: Implement evidence-based therapies for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders; monitor and adjust treatment plans; educate and support patients and families on disorders, treatment strategies, and daily communication improvement.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Collaboration: Work with healthcare providers to ensure effective patient care and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible.
- Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) (CCC-SLP).
- Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Speech Language Pathology Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CommonSpirit Health9
- FOX Rehabilitation8
- Ascend Rehab6
- Sutter Health5
- El Camino Health3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services48
- Education8
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Non-Profit & Social Services5
- Agriculture & Farming1
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 CommonSpirit Health, FOX Rehabilitation, and Ascend Rehab, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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?
Mountain View, Sacramento, and San Bernardino 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 0% of speech language pathology openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 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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