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Speech Pathologist*

Speech-Language PathologistIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$54.11-$72.78/hr

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Job Description

This is a per diem position that requires a minimum of two shifts per month.

Schedule may include working weekends and holidays due to the operational needs of the department.

Job Summary

The Speech Pathologist provides advanced patient care including evaluations, goal setting, treatment planning, family training and the application of treatment techniques in accordance with designated practice act and department policy and procedure.

Is responsible for providing inpatient care as per physician's orders. Supervises non-CCS (California Children's Services) paneled staff as requested. Participates in case conferences and discharge planning meetings.

Works with the program coordinator, case manager and/or MTU (Medical Therapy Unit)/school representative communicating and coordinating recommendations for ongoing therapy and equipment needs upon discharge. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience

Master' s Degree in Speech Pathology or Communicative Disorders required. Nine months of experience in a medical speech pathology or rehabilitation setting required.

Knowledge and Skills: Able to use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform technical patient care activities. Able to communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach and collaborate; accept direction.

Demonstrates understanding of the economics of rehabilitation, (i. e. Funding policies and sources, accreditation, marketability, cost management, managed care, case management systems, materials management, etc.).

Cooperates with management and other associates in achieving organizational goals, clinical program, and mission. Integrates clinical and administrative feedback and direction.

Able to read, write legibly, speak in English with professional quality; communicate effectively, in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information; pay close attention to detail.

Abilities: Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.

Licensures and Certifications: Current Speech Pathology licensure required.

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certification and Basic Life Support certification required. CCS-Paneled required if assigned to Pediatric Rehabilitation or fulfill CCS paneling requirements within twelve months from hire date.

Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.

Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.

Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.

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Key Responsibilities

The Speech Pathologist provides advanced inpatient care, including evaluations, treatment planning, and family training. They also coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for discharge planning and equipment needs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Pathology or Communicative Disorders and possess at least nine months of medical rehabilitation experience. Current Speech Pathology licensure, ASHA certification, and Basic Life Support certification are required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Clinical documentationEquipment calibrationCritical thinkingCommunicationSupervisionProblem solvingTime management

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 46 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 9% are remote, 48% have no call, 46% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$132k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $119k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top contract/1099 Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

46 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution26 jobs · 23 employers

8
<$125k
3
$125k-140k
7
$140k-155k
6
$155k-170k
2
$170k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks34 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
85%
CME allowance
62%
Sign-on bonus
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Acute Care Speech Language Pathologist - CPMC Van Ness Campus

Sutter Health · San Francisco, California

$65.01-$91.01/hr
#2

Speech Language PathologistPer Diem

Providence · Santa Monica, California

$48.79-$75.74/hr
#3

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) On-Call

$65-$70/hr
#4

Speech Therapist - 2nd & 3rd Grade (In-Person)

$60-$65/hr
+ 44 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,871 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Loma Linda

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$594k
Typical market rent
$2,362/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.4
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.