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Murrieta, California

Speech Pathologist

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

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$47.08-$63.31/hr

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Job Description

MH: Speech Language Pathology- ( Full Time, Days)

May be eligible for $5,000 sign-on bonus*

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

Works with the program coordinator, case manager and or Medical Treatment Unit (MTU) or 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 read, write legibly, speak in English with professional quality; 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 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 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.

Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Licensures and Certifications: Current California Speech Pathology license required. Current American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) certification required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required. California Children's Services (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.

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Key Responsibilities

The Speech Pathologist provides advanced patient care, including evaluations, treatment planning, and family training in an inpatient setting. They also coordinate with medical teams for discharge planning and supervise staff as required.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Pathology or Communicative Disorders and possess at least nine months of experience in a medical or rehabilitation setting. Current California Speech Pathology licensure, ASHA certification, and BLS certification are mandatory.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Clinical documentationPatient evaluationCommunicationCritical thinkingProblem solvingSupervisionCollaborationEquipment calibrationTime management

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 48% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.0% 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 ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

31 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution31 jobs · 19 employers

13
<$105k
5
$105k-130k
8
$130k-155k
4
$155k-180k
1
$189k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 19 employers

401k / retirement match
96%
CME allowance
37%
Loan repayment
22%
Sign-on bonus
15% this job
Relocation assistance
15%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Sutter Health · Santa Clara, California

$135k-$189k
#2

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$65-$85/hr
#3

Speech Language Pathologist

$55.68-$83.79/hr
#4

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$65-$80/hr
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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 6,842 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Murrieta

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$603k
Typical market rent
$2,672/mo
Residents’ average commute
37 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.

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Benefits & Perks

$5,000 sign-on bonus