Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Oakland, CA

A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), also known as a speech therapist, plays a pivotal role in the therapy industry by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. These disorders may result from a variety of causes such as stroke, brain injury, hearing loss, developmental delay, Parkinson's disease, a cleft palate, or autism. SLPs develop and implement individualized treatment plans, provide counseling to patients and their families, keep accurate records, report progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. They work in various settings, including schools, hospitals, and research settings.

To become an SLP, one must possess a strong set of skills including excellent communication, patience, compassion, and problem-solving abilities. They require a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and must be licensed in the state they wish to practice. In addition, they should earn a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Before becoming an SLP, a person may work as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, a special education teacher, or a child development specialist, gaining valuable experience in supporting individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.

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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)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Piedmont, CA (1 mile from Oakland, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

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

Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Speech Language Pathologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Oakland, California....

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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

Hill, CA Assignment: Contract/Travel Start: ASAP Duration: 14 weeks Schedule: Mon-Fri, 08:00 AM-04:30 PM Compensation: Travel: $2,121/35-hour week; Local: $2,090/35-hour week Required: Active, valid Speech-Language...

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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

language, swallowing, and cognitive therapy services for home health patients....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists 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 Speech-Language Pathologists in Oakland, CA
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%