Speech Language Pathologist

Mercy San Juan Medical Center·Carmichael, California

$50 - $74/hrOther On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

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Speech Language Pathologist · $50 - $74/hr

How this role compares

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-9% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Carmichael, California ($55.00/hr)

30 similar openings in the Carmichael area · median $55.00/hr

$20.00/hr · lowesthighest · $74.69/hr

this role: $49.78/hrmedian $55.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted allied health roles in Carmichael, California rates. This role sits in the 36th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 9% below the Carmichael, California median for allied health roles.

The Speech Language Pathologist will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders to improve their quality of life. They are responsible for conducting comprehensive evaluations and implementing individualized treatment plans within established departmental guidelines.

Where You’ll Work Founded in 1967, Dignity Health - Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 377-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Carmichael, California.

Serving over 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology.

Additionally, Mercy San Juan Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.

It is a Comprehensive Stroke Center, the highest level of stroke care certification awarded by The Joint Commission.

One Community.

One Mission.

One California Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Speech Language Pathologist, you will be a vital clinician, expertly assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders to significantly improve patient quality of life.

Every day, you will conduct comprehensive evaluations for all referred patients, meticulously implementing individualized treatment plans.

You'll contribute clinical expertise to develop/upgrade treatment programs/protocols, and actively shape departmental and organizational goals.

To be successful in this role, you will possess advanced clinical knowledge, exceptional diagnostic/therapeutic skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Evaluations are completed according to department protocol.

Completed within 48 hours once evaluation has been initiated.

Provides effective and adequate treatment.

Implements effective and adequate treatment following department guidelines.

Ongoing assessment of treatment effectiveness.

Goals and treatment are modified as appropriate in relation to working toward goals.

Selects appropriate treatment interventions.

Job Requirements Required Completed an accredited school of Speech Pathology and Previous experience as a Speech Pathologist or Speech Pathologist student/ intern.

Speech Language Pathologist: CA, within 6 - months Basic Life Support - CPR Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology, within 12 - months

Requirements

Candidates must have completed an accredited school of Speech Pathology and possess previous experience as a Speech Pathologist or intern. Required certifications include California licensure and Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

professional certificate
Patient Care
CPR
Treatment Planning
Diagnosis
Clinical Documentation
Basic Life Support
Speech Pathology
Rehabilitation
Clinical Assessment
Swallowing Disorders
Communication Disorders

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $50 - $74/hr
Location: Carmichael, California
Posted: Jul 31, 2026
Closes: Jul 31, 2027
Application: Employer website

California SLP roles stay consistently in demand

Speech Language Pathologist positions in California are typically driven by ongoing needs in schools and healthcare settings, where caseload coverage and compliance with state licensure matter. These roles are competitive because employers often look for a master’s degree, a valid California license, and strong clinical documentation skills. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm the setting, caseload, and documentation expectations before applying.