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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) (Contract) Location: CA 93436 Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 Weeks Schedule: 36-38 hours/week (Full-Time or Part-Time) Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF ...

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) (Contract) Location: CA 95127 Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 Weeks Schedule: 36 hours/week Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Employment Type: Travel or ...

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Speech Pathologist

Lodi, CA · On-site

$2.4K - $2.5K/wk

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Employment Type: Contract (Local or Travel) Schedule: Full-Time, 13-week assignments with potential extensions Setting: Acute Care, Inpatient Rehab, Outpatient, or ...

Speech Pathologist

Lodi, CA · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Contract (Local & Travel) | Epic Experience Preferred Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Employment Type: Contract (Local or Travel) Schedule: Full-Time, ...

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How much do slp contract jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for slp contract in California is $43.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.26 and $50.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an slp contract?

An SLP Contract job is a temporary position where a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is hired for a set period, typically through a staffing agency or directly by a school, hospital, or healthcare facility. These contracts can range from a few months to a full school year and may offer flexibility in location and schedule. SLPs in contract roles assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in various settings. Benefits often include competitive pay, travel opportunities, and potential contract renewal.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the slp contract position?

To thrive as an SLP Contract, you typically need a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, state licensure, and often a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP). Familiarity with assessment tools, therapy software, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems is important for documentation and service delivery. Outstanding interpersonal skills, adaptability, and effective communication make a significant difference in client engagement and multidisciplinary collaboration. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering tailored therapy, ensuring compliance, and facilitating positive outcomes for clients.

What does a typical workweek look like for an slp contract professional?

A typical workweek for an SLP Contract professional involves assessing and treating clients with speech, language, or swallowing disorders, often in schools, clinics, or via teletherapy platforms. You will coordinate with teachers, parents, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans while maintaining accurate documentation of progress. Many contract SLPs manage their own caseloads and schedules, which offers flexibility but also requires strong organizational skills to meet various service requirements. Depending on the setting, your weekly responsibilities may include conducting group or individual therapy sessions, participating in IEP meetings, and attending multidisciplinary team discussions. The role combines direct client interaction with collaboration and administrative tasks to support the communication needs of those you serve.

What are the most commonly searched types of Slp jobs in California?

The most popular types of Slp jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Slp Contract jobs?

Cities in California with the most Slp Contract job openings:

Infographic showing various Slp Contract job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,833 per year, or $43.7 per hour.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Contract

Centstone HC

Oakland, CA • On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Contract

Facility: Bellaken Garden
Location: 2780 26th Ave, Oakland, CA 94601, United States

We have multiple and various shift options available. Please let us know your preferred shift and availability — we will do our best to accommodate your schedule!

Assignment Details

Contract Duration: 14 Weeks
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Meal Break: 30 Minutes
Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours per Week
Position Type: Contract

About the Job

Bellaken Garden is seeking a qualified and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for a contract assignment in Oakland, CA. In this role, you will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. You will work closely with interdisciplinary care teams to develop individualized treatment plans that support communication, safety, and improved quality of life.

This opportunity is ideal for therapists who are patient-focused, clinically strong, and comfortable working in a collaborative rehabilitation setting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Evaluate patients for speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders

  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

  • Provide therapeutic interventions to improve communication and swallowing function

  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed

  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy goals and home strategies

  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals

  • Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes in compliance with facility standards

Skills
  • Speech and Language Evaluation

  • Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment

  • Cognitive-Communication Therapy

  • Treatment Planning

  • Patient and Family Education

  • Documentation and EMR

  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration

  • Clinical Problem Solving

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $68.00/hr
Estimated Weekly Pay (36 hrs): $2,448.00

Experience Needed

1- 10 years

Documents Required
  • Active Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) License

  • CPR/BLS Certification

  • Updated Resume

  • Professional References (at least two)

  • COVID Vaccination Card

For any queries or to apply, please reach out to Harsha Chandra at harsha.chandra@centstone.com. We are excited to see your application and hope to have you as part of our team!