SLP Jobs in Oakland, CA

An SLP, or Speech-Language Pathologist, plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. This includes disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing. They use detailed evaluations to create personalized treatment plans that aid in managing these disorders effectively. SLPs work in varied settings like schools, private practices, hospitals, and research labs. Skills such as active listening, critical thinking, patience, empathy, and excellent verbal communication are crucial to their role.

Before becoming an SLP, a person should ideally possess a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, and necessary certifications include the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Prior job roles may include a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, where they work under a certified SLP, a Rehabilitation Aide in a healthcare setting, or a Special Education Teacher, where they gain experience working with individuals with communication disorders. These roles help build a strong foundation in understanding and implementing therapeutic techniques and strategies, critical for a successful career as an SLP.

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days ago

Travel Speech Language Pathologist Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Oakland, California Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Speech Language Pathologist for...

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Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Oakland, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 4 days ago

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist supporting a skilled nursing facility in Oakland, CA....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • k12 core - west
  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

We're currently welcoming full-time, school-based Speech-Language Pathologists to our growing team in Richmond, CA....

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SLP / Speech Language Pathologist Long Term Care/Skilled Nursing Facility in OAKLAND, CA

  • Ardor Health Solutions
  • Piedmont, CA (1 mile from Oakland, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Piedmont, CA (1 mile from Oakland, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Health Solutions is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our travel team in a SNF UNIT setting, in OAKLAND, CA!...

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Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Oakland, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Start your rewarding career as a Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!...

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Speech Therapist- Special Education (2026-27)

  • Oakland Unified School District
  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Attending required IEP meetings for all students recommended to be serviced for speech and language therapy....

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - SNF / LTC - 5x8 Days

  • Centra Healthcare Solutions
  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) that is licensed or in the immediate process, and qualifies, of obtaining Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) licensure...

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Speech Therapist II, Outpatient, 28 Hours

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

License, Certification, Registration Speech-Language Pathologist License (California) Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology Certificate National Provider Identifier Basic Life Support required...

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Travel Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, SNF

  • StaffDNA
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (14 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (14 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Speech-Language Pathologist - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting....

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Onsite SLP-CCC Pleasant Hill, CA

  • Soliant Health
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (14 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (14 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Soliant Health is seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for a school-based opportunity in Pleasant Hill, California....

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Speech Language Pathology Job in Pleasant Hill, California

  • Adelphi Healthcare
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (14 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (14 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

/35-hour week Required: Active, valid Speech-Language Pathologist state license Key responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders using...

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • The Stepping Stones Group
  • Benicia, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Benicia, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

We're currently welcoming full-time, school-based Speech-Language Pathologists to our growing team in Benicia, CA....

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Speech Language Pathologist

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Speech-Language Pathologist -....

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Travel Allied - Speech Language Pathologist

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Travel Speech-Language Pathologist Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Speech-Language Pathologist....

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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Alameda County

  • American Home Health Care
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

American Hospice and Home Health Services is currently seeking a Full-Time or Part-Time Speech Therapist / Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to service any combination of these counties: Alameda County...

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Salary for SLP Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for SLP positions.



Highest Education Level

SLPs in Oakland, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Associate's Degree
7.7%
Doctorate Degree
5.8%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by SLPs in Oakland, CA
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%