Speech Therapist

Links Healthcare·Encinitas, California

$53 - $56/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 3 days ago

Practice for this role

Speech Therapist · $53 - $56/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+2% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in California ($51.76/hr, n=4260)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 4,260 posted allied health roles in California rates. This role sits in the 53rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 2% above the California median for allied health roles.

Provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation, treatment planning, and family education. Participates in quality assurance activities and communicates patient status to caregivers and the care team.

Job Description: Speech and Language Pathologist

Rehabilitation Department

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Rehabilitation

Overview of the Position

Provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organizations guidelines, professional standards and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current prospective patients, to all internal and external customers. Participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

Essential Job Functions

Directs and supervises the work of assistants AND students as applicable with State and Federal guidelines.

Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one’s personal protection and patient safety.

Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education.

Keys information into computer systems, including EMR and rehab systems

Supports and participates in department operations and development.

Communicates patient status and needs to the patients, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care.

Qualifications/Requirements

Education

Graduate of an approved curriculum in Speech and Language Pathology.

Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.

Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.

Full knowledge of resident’s rights.

License

Current, active license as Speech Pathologist, and is able to practice unencumbered.

CPR Certification, as required for license renewal.

Work Experience: Experience in long term care preferred with 1 year work experience

Able to work on multiple tasks at the same time.

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $53 - $56/hr
Location: Encinitas, California
Posted: Sep 4, 2026
Application: Employer website

California SLP roles remain in steady demand

Speech therapist roles in California are typically in steady demand across schools and healthcare settings, and this posting points to skilled nursing or long-term care experience as a plus. Competitive candidates usually have a valid California SLP license and CCC-SLP, while new graduates and those seeking CF supervision are also considered. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and highlight any SNF or long-term care exposure in your application.