Speech Language Therapist

Talented Medical Solutions; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly compensation

Transparent, personalized support

Opportunities for contract extensions

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare staffing agency as a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist in Bakersfield, CA. You will make a real impact by helping patients reclaim their voice while working in a supportive environment. The role includes assessing and treating communication disorders, creating treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Bakersfield offers a great quality of life with outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recent SLP experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation skills, and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with speech and communication disorders.
• Create individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practice.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Documentation skills

Empathy

Education

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA

BLS certification

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Full-Time | Bakersfield, CA
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (40 hours/week)
Location: Bakersfield, California
Company: Talented Medical Solutions – Nurse-Owned. People-Focused.

Are you a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist looking to make a real impact? Join Talented Medical Solutions, a nurse-owned healthcare staffing agency that puts people first. We're hiring a dedicated SLP for a full-time opportunity in Bakersfield, CA, where you’ll help patients find their voice—and reclaim their quality of life.

Shift: Day Shift | Monday–Friday, 8 hours/day

Setting: Outpatient, Inpatient, or Skilled Nursing Facility (based on placement)

Status: Full-time contract (40 hours/week)

Start Date: ASAP or upon availability

Pay: Competitive weekly compensation based on experience and setting

Nurse-owned—we understand the therapy world from the ground up

Transparent, personalized support throughout your assignment

Opportunities for contract extensions or future placements

Bi-weekly direct deposit and competitive pay

Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders

Create individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practice

Document evaluations, treatments, and progress according to facility and regulatory standards

Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes

Educate patients and caregivers on strategies to improve communication and swallowing function

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA (CFY considered for strong candidates)

BLS certification (AHA preferred)

Minimum of 1 year of recent SLP experience preferred

Strong clinical judgment, documentation skills, and empathy

Why Bakersfield, CA?
Bakersfield offers the charm of a mid-size city with the convenience of California living—minus the big-city price tag. Nestled in the heart of the Central Valley, it’s known for its vibrant music scene, outdoor adventures, and proximity to both the mountains and the coast. Whether you’re into hiking, festivals, or weekend trips to LA or Sequoia National Park, Bakersfield delivers a great quality of life for healthcare professionals.

Ready to find your voice in a team that hears you?
Apply now and join Talented Medical Solutions, where your impact is valued, and your career is supported every step of the way.