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San Diego, California

Speech Therapist - FT - H

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55-$60/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Pay Range: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Matching Duties and Responsibilities: Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.

Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician. Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. Supervise Speech Language Pathologist Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.

Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans. Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed. Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility.

Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Speech and Language Pathologist in the Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements. Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.

Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. Participate in discharge planning. Act as a clinical preceptor for affiliating CFY/RFP Speech Language Pathologist and student programs.

Comply with the Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Bureau State Practice Act and the facility policy and procedures. Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues. Supervisory

Requirements

Supervises CFY – Speech Clinical Fellows, if applicable, and assists nursing with training of Restorative Aides.

Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in Speech Language Pathologist Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Speech Language Therapy. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.

Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as an Speech Therapist in the state. Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.

Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.

Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above.

They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed.

They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. Please click/copy the link below to apply: pacs.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com SEARCH - SAN DIEGO POST-ACUTE CENTER / SPEECH THERAPIST - FT-H We are an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services.

We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country.

We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and develop effective treatment plans in coordination with referring physicians. Supervise Speech Language Pathologist Assistants and provide training to nursing staff and families for patient discharge.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology, with a preference for Master's or Doctorate degrees. Must hold a valid state license as a Speech Therapist and be proficient in healthcare software like Casamba and Point Click Care.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment PlanningClinical SupervisionClinical Precepting

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Therapist - FT - H at PACS a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 6,907 active Speech Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 55% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% 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 ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $108k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution24 jobs · 15 employers

9
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1
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6
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks19 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
32%
Loan repayment
21%
Relocation assistance
21%
PSLF eligible
21%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,907 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in San Diego

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.01M
Typical market rent
$3,036/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.9
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 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k Matching