Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Health and wellness benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Arbol Healthcare Center of Santa Rosa in Santa Rosa, California is seeking a licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for a full-time role. You will join a high-performing rehabilitation team, providing comprehensive evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment planning with strong clinical autonomy in an outpatient/post-acute setting.

Dedicated to resident quality of life, the center offers premium hourly compensation, a collaborative work environment, and opportunities to impact outcomes for SNF

Qualifications

• Active California SLP license required.
• Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in skilled nursing or related medical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language and swallowing evaluations.
• Assess and diagnose speech, language, voice, fluency, cognition, and dysphagia disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care with measurable goals.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions for communication, cognition, and swallowing safety.
• Perform clinical swallowing evaluations and dysphagia management.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans based on outcomes.

Skills

Licensure CA

Clinical autonomy

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

California SLP license

Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

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.

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.