Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Workstream; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health and wellness benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance & disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa is seeking a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to join a high-performing rehabilitation team in Santa Rosa, California. The role offers full clinical autonomy, premium hourly compensation, and a collaborative environment where your expertise matters.

The position primarily provides outpatient speech therapy services to residents in Assisted and Independent Living settings, with the option to float to SNF caseload.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current, active California SLP license is required.
• CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute medical settings is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language and swallowing evaluations.
• Diagnose and treat speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care with measurable goals.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions addressing communication, cognition, and swallowing safety.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans based on objective data.

Skills

Evaluation & treatment planning

Dysphagia management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Progress monitoring

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

California licensure (Speech-Language Pathologist)

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) | Full-Time | Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa | Santa Rosa, CA | $60 to $65/Hour

Make a Real Impact. Elevate Every Resident's Potential.

Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa is hiring a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to join a high-performing, mission-driven rehabilitation team in Santa Rosa, California. If you are a clinician who wants full clinical autonomy, premium hourly compensation, and a collaborative environment where your expertise genuinely matters, this role was designed for you.

We serve residents across Skilled Nursing and Assisted/Independent Living settings and are committed to the belief that every individual deserves the highest quality of life possible. This position will primarily provide outpatient speech therapy services to residents of the Assisted and Independent Living community, with the welcome option to float to the Skilled Nursing side as desired.

Our Mission:

We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.

Why Clinicians Choose Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa

Compensation and Financial Security

• Hourly pay range: $60.00 to $65.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Among the most competitive Full-Time SLP compensation packages available in Santa Rosa and the greater Sonoma County market
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match (vesting begins after one year of service)
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - the company covers the majority of Medical HMO premiums, with buy-up plan options available
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Identity theft protection and travel insurance coverage

Work-Life Quality

• Paid Time Off encompassing vacation, sick leave, and observed holidays
• Consistent, stable Full-Time scheduling that supports long-term career planning and personal stability
• Bene-Hub employee discount programs
• A desirable Santa Rosa location in the heart of Sonoma County wine country

Culture and Career

• A collaborative, supportive therapy team that genuinely invests in one another
• Clinical leadership across speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorder management
• A primarily outpatient practice environment serving Assisted and Independent Living residents, with optional SNF caseload for clinicians who want broader clinical breadth
• Meaningful, measurable impact on resident outcomes and quality of life
• A stable, professionally managed environment aligned with federal, state, and local care standards

The Role

The Speech Language Pathologist is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and implementation of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorder management programs. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and the Facility Administrator.

Core responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive speech-language and swallowing evaluations in accordance with physician orders and Arizona standards of practice
• Assessing and diagnosing speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and dysphagia disorders
• Developing, implementing, and modifying individualized plans of care with measurable, function-based goals consistent with benefit and reimbursement levels
• Providing skilled therapeutic interventions addressing communication, cognition, swallowing safety, and compensatory strategy development
• Performing clinical swallowing evaluations and providing dysphagia management within scope of practice and competency
• Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment plans based on objective findings and clinical response

What You Bring

• Current, active, and unrestricted Speech Language Pathologist license in the State of California - required
• Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program - required
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
• Ongoing compliance with continuing education requirements established by the Arizona Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board
• Experience in a skilled nursing, post-acute, hospital, or related medical setting - strongly preferred

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or California law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualify applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources or your facility Administrator.

Employment with Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.

Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa is located in Santa Rosa, California, proudly serving the greater Sonoma County community.

At Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa, CA, we’ve reimagined skilled nursing and rehabilitation by putting people first, both residents and employees. Our nurses, therapists, and support staff are empowered to deliver individualized care plans, advanced therapies, and meaningful outcomes without feeling like just another number in a system. Serving families throughout Sonoma County, we provide short-term rehabilitation and long-term care focused on faster recovery, stronger outcomes, and a truly supportive environment. For our team, that means working in a setting that values clinical excellence, collaboration, and respect. We prioritize manageable workflows, strong leadership support, and a culture where your voice matters. Whether you’re at the bedside, in therapy, or supporting operations, you’ll be part of a group that’s committed to doing things differently - and doing them right. Conveniently located near local hospitals, our community offers not only a great place for residents to heal, but a place where professionals can grow, feel appreciated, and build a career with purpose.