Speech Language Pathologist / SLP

BrightSpring Health Services; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 89,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Paid per hour

Driving, Travel, Mileage Reimbursement

Educational Programs

Growth/Advancement Opportunities

No Weekends OR Holidays Required

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services in California is seeking an experienced Speech Language Pathologist to join our innovative rehabilitation team. This unique opportunity allows you to deliver therapy in real-life settings, helping clients regain confidence and independence.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans and performing assessments for speech and language disorders. Applicants must have a Master's degree and a valid license in Speech Language Pathology. Competitive hourly pay between $60 and $65 is offered, along with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program.
• Valid Speech Language Pathology license in the state(s) of practice.
• Current CPR Certification in accordance with state regulations.
• A minimum of one year’s work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans for patients with disorders.
• Re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans and attend staffing meetings.
• Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team.
• Perform discharge evaluations and provide referral and education resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Rehabilitation techniques

Effective collaboration

Patient assessment

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Valid Speech Language Pathology license

Job description

Overview

Join a Groundbreaking Rehabilitation Team on the beautiful Central Coast in California - Opportunity of a Lifetime!

Focus on home and community reintegration — that’s where healing truly begins. At Rehab Without Walls® Neuro Rehabilitation, our clinicians don’t just treat clients; they walk beside them as they rediscover strength, confidence, and joy in everyday life. We help individuals with brain, spinal cord, and other neurological injuries rebuild independence through personalized, goal-driven therapy that happens out in the community — wherever life takes them.

Our clinicians enjoy the flexibility to schedule sessions around what works best for them and their clients, creating meaningful, balanced workdays that fit each person’s rhythm. From grocery shopping to hiking, paddle boarding, or skiing, every session brings therapy to life in inspiring, real-world environments.

If you’re passionate about making therapy an adventure in recovery and helping clients reclaim the moments that matter most, you’ll find your purpose here!

Make an Impact in our Home and Community Program:

Who we are looking for:

• An experienced SLP, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the community
• You are ready to treat your patient beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in their kitchen, navigating grocery stores, restaurants, outdoor activities, and the workplace
• You thrive in an autonomous setting, and value being a part of a collaborative team of dynamic therapists
• Opportunities in San Luis Obispo, Arroyo Grande, Santa Maria, Templeton and surrounding areas!

What you will receive:

• Flexible Schedule Created by You
• Paid per hour (not just per visit)
• Driving, Travel, Mileage Reimbursement
• Educational Programs
• Growth/Advancement Opportunities
• No Weekends OR Holidays Required

Responsibilities

What you will do: Responsibilities listed include but not limited to:

• Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans of patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders
• Regularly re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans, attend staffing meetings and family conferences
• Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources
• Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services and family members
• Communicates with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care and enhance patient outcomes

Qualifications

What you will need:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program
• Valid Speech Language Pathology license in the state(s) of practice
• Current CPR Certification in accordance with state regulations
• A minimum of one year’s work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury preferred
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
• Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/standing for extended periods
• Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times
• A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Salary Range: USD $60.00 - $65.00 / Hour