Speech-Language Pathologist - Sign On & Relocation Bonus Eligible!

Job Summary

Rady Children's Outpatient Speech-Language Pathology Department is seeking Speech-Language Pathologists to join our dedicated team! The position offers career growth opportunities through a clinical ladder for both Speech-Language Pathologist I and II candidates. We are committed to early intervention for children ages 0 to 3, including those on the autism spectrum and children with medically complex conditions. We offer a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and relocation bonuses for qualified candidates.

Skills

• Proven ability to work independently, demonstrating critical thinking and strategic decision-making in patient care.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations of children with speech, language, cognitive, feeding/swallowing, and auditory impairments.
• Provide specialized therapy to develop and improve patients' language and communication skills.
• Craft and implement family-centered, innovative treatment plans for both in-person and virtual visits.
• Collaborate with the medical team and other allied health professionals to provide comprehensive, family-based intervention plans.
• Document all pertinent clinical findings accurately and efficiently.
• Participate in continuing education, quality improvement initiatives, and program development.
  
  

SLP II Specific Responsibilities

• Serve as a mentor and guide for newer clinicians, contributing to a supportive team environment.
• Utilize advanced clinical skills to evaluate and diagnose complex communication and functional abilities.
• Engage in research-based projects and leadership opportunities to advance clinical outcomes.
• Independently manage a caseload while sharing clinical outcomes and research with the team.
  
  

Benefits And Professional Growth

• Sign-on and relocation bonuses for eligible candidates.
• Opportunities for advancement through our clinical ladder system.
• In-house continuing education credits (up to 10 CEUs per year).
• A diverse team with a mix of tenured and early-career employees.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications (SLP I, II )

• Education: Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Experience:
• SLP I: Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• SLP II: Minimum of 3 years of experience, including mentorship, research, or leadership exposure.

• Licensure & Certifications
• ASHA Certification (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association).
• Active Speech-Language Pathologist License.
• BLS for Health Providers (AHA).
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English/Spanish.
• Specialty certification in advanced practice of Speech Pathology.
• Pediatric experience.
• 2 years plus experience.
  
  

Locations with Open Positions

• Oceanside: Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist I
• San Diego/Plaza: Full-Time and Per-Diem Speech Pathologist I
  
  

Geographic Preferences

When submitting your application, please specify your geographic preference using the “First Choice,” “Second Choice,” and “Comments” fields provided.

Please note, bonuses not eligible for per-diem or casual opening.

Compensation

• SLP I Salary Range: $45.75 to $62.90
• SLP II Salary Range: $48.03 to $66.06
  
  

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.