Speech Language Pathologist - CFY/Speech-Language Pathologist, LSLS Certified Auditory-Verbal Therapist – Outpatient

San Diego, California

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Job ID: R-342154
Date posted: 09/22/2026

Work Location

San Diego, California

Work Shift

Day – 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job Summary

Independently evaluates and diagnoses the communication and functional ability of patients through administration and interpretation of standardized tests, clinical observation, and patient/family interview. Creates individualized treatment and educational plans and provides patient/family counseling. Develops and implements innovative and specific treatment plans to maximize the patient's functional potential, based on clinical findings. Consults with medical team and allied health professionals and documents all pertinent clinical findings to render a comprehensive, family-based intervention plan.

Pay Range

Minimum $96,512.00 Midpoint $120,640.00 Maximum $150,800.00

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Job Summary:

At Rady Children's Health – San Diego outpatient Speech-Language Pathology Department, the primary focus of our Speech-Language Pathologists is medically complex children of all ages and early intervention for children zero to three, often with autism. Speech-Language Pathologists evaluate children with speech, language, cognitive, feeding/swallowing, and auditory impairments and provide specialized therapy to develop functional skills.

Speech-Language Pathologists craft family-centered, innovative treatment plans through onsite and virtual visits to improve the patient's functional potential. In fact, innovation is such a meaningful part of who we are that our team regularly presents outcomes studies at national conferences.

We provide multiple opportunities for growth and advancement, including in-house continuing education (up to 10 CEUs per year!), and opportunities to train in different specialties. We are proud to have a team mix of tenured employees and those early in their careers. We are looking for lifelong learners and those ready to act as mentors in your area of specialty!

To support professional growth and recognize contributions beyond direct patient care, Rady Children's Health – San Diego offers a Clinical Ladder program with Speech-Language Pathologist levels II and III. These roles maintain patient care as the primary responsibility while providing opportunities for additional involvement in areas such as education, research, and advocacy. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for advanced roles will have the opportunity to discuss eligibility with department leadership during the interview process.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - CFY

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Req Professional Experience (CFY) Eligible

CA Speech Language Pathologist License Eligible

ASHA - Speech Lang Path Eligible

Current BLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by American Heart Association

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

2 years of experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST I

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree

• 1 Year of Experience

• ASHA – Speech Lang Path

• BLS for Health Providers (AHA)

• Speech Lang Pathologist Lic

• LSLS Certified Auditory-Verbal Therapist

• Ability and experience working independently, using critical thinking skills and processes to arrive at objective, strategic, results-oriented decisions within the context of patient care and department, division and organizational priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual English/Spanish

• Specialty certifications in Speech Pathology advanced practice

• Pediatric experience

Speech-Language Pathologist - CFY – The current salary range for this position is $41.49 to $57.05

Speech-Language Pathologist I – The current salary range for this position is $45.75 to $62.09

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.

Work Environments - Functional Demand:

Physical Activity Requirements:

Physical Activity Lifting

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Non-Discrimination Statement:

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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