Speech Pathologist Jobs in California
Speech Pathologist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in school districts, hospital systems, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, and early intervention programs, with openings at every level from clinical fellows through seasoned senior clinicians. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area, where employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and the Los Angeles Unified School District maintain ongoing demand. Pediatric language disorders, dysphagia management, and school-based services are consistently the most sought-after specializations across the state. 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 Pathologist Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- HiredFirst32H
- Collage Rehabilitation Partners29
- Sunny Days12
- Edu-Aids10
- Voyage Health10V
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in speech pathologist jobs across California.
- Active California Speech-Language Pathology license issued by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board
- Master's degree in speech-language pathology from a CASLPA- or ASHA-accredited program
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA or eligibility
- Clinical Fellowship Year completed or currently in progress under a licensed supervisor
- Experience with evidence-based assessment and treatment across pediatric or adult caseloads
- Familiarity with IEP documentation processes and state education compliance requirements for school-based settings
Speech Pathologist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a speech pathologist in California?
To practice as a speech pathologist in California, you must earn a master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program and obtain a license from the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board. Licensure requires completing a supervised clinical fellowship and passing the Praxis exam in speech-language pathology. California does not participate in a licensure compact, so each applicant must apply directly to the state board regardless of where they trained.
How much do speech pathologists make in California?
Speech 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 pathologists in California?
Employers hiring speech 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 combination of large integrated health systems, extensive public school districts, and a robust network of pediatric and rehabilitation outpatient clinics means hiring is spread across institutional, educational, and private-practice settings throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most speech pathologist jobs?
Los Angeles, Santa Rosa, and Lodi currently have the most speech pathologist openings in California. Los Angeles dominates by volume because of its density of school districts, children's hospitals, and rehabilitation networks, while San Diego and the Bay Area generate strong demand through major health systems, university medical centers, and early intervention programs serving large and diverse pediatric populations.
Are there remote speech pathologist jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much of the work involves in-person assessment and hands-on treatment. About 18% of speech pathologist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a market where teletherapy is a recognized but supplementary delivery model. School-based telepractice and adult cognitive-communication sessions are the segments most likely to appear as remote or hybrid roles.
How can I get hired as a speech pathologist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying for a clinical fellowship position, which is the supervised post-master's year California requires before full licensure and which large employers such as Kaiser Permanente and regional children's hospitals structure as formal new-graduate programs. California school districts, including Los Angeles Unified and San Diego Unified, regularly recruit clinical fellows and provisional-license holders for school-based caseloads. Candidates who already hold a California provisional license and can document strong externship hours in pediatric or medical settings move to the front of the line for these openings.
Where can I find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across hospital systems, school districts, outpatient clinics, and home health agencies. Find roles that match your specialization and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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