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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual speech pathologist in Riverside, CA is $45.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.60 and $53.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Virtual Speech Pathologist job?

A Virtual Speech Pathologist assesses, diagnoses, and treats communication and swallowing disorders through online platforms. They work with children and adults, providing speech therapy via video conferencing, interactive exercises, and digital resources. This role allows therapists to reach clients remotely, making services more accessible to those in rural areas or with mobility challenges. Virtual Speech Pathologists must be licensed and follow the same professional standards as in-person therapists.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Virtual Speech Pathologist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Speech Pathologist, you need a master's degree in speech-language pathology, state licensure, and expertise in assessing and treating communication disorders. Familiarity with teletherapy platforms, HIPAA-compliant documentation systems, and virtual assessment tools is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation, and the ability to engage clients remotely are critical soft skills in this position. These competencies enable effective, ethical, and engaging therapy sessions, ensuring client progress and satisfaction in a virtual setting.

What are some typical challenges faced by Virtual Speech Pathologists and how can they be managed?

One common challenge for Virtual Speech Pathologists is maintaining engagement and progress with clients in a remote environment, especially with younger children or clients with attention difficulties. Successful practitioners use interactive digital resources, clear communication, and consistent routines to create effective and engaging sessions. Additionally, reliable internet access and familiarity with teletherapy technology are crucial to minimizing disruptions. Strong collaboration with family members or caregivers helps reinforce progress between sessions. Proactively addressing these aspects ensures a smooth, productive virtual therapy experience for both provider and client.
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Infographic showing various Virtual Speech Pathologist job openings in Riverside, CA as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,299 per year, or $45.8 per hour.
Speech-Language Pathologist - Outpatient

Speech-Language Pathologist - Outpatient

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego

Murrieta, CA

$48.03 - $66.06/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Rady Children's Hospital rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 989 rated hospitals

Job description

Job Summary:

At Rady Children’s Health – San Diego outpatient Speech-Language Pathology Department, the primary focus of our Speech-Language Pathologists is medically complex children of all ages and early intervention for children zero to three, often with autism. Speech-Language Pathologists evaluate children with speech, language, cognitive, feeding/swallowing, and auditory impairments and provide specialized therapy to develop functional skills.

Speech-Language Pathologists craft family-centered, innovative treatment plans through onsite and virtual visits to improve the patient’s functional potential. In fact, innovation is such a meaningful part of who we are that our team regularly presents outcomes studies at national conferences.

We provide multiple opportunities for growth and advancement, including in-house continuing education (up to 10 CEUs per year!), and opportunities to train in different specialties. We are proud to have a team mix of tenured employees and those early in their careers. We are looking for lifelong learners and those ready to act as mentors in your area of specialty!

To support professional growth and recognize contributions beyond direct patient care, Rady Children’s Health – San Diego offers a Clinical Ladder program with Speech-Language Pathologist levels II and III. These roles maintain patient care as the primary responsibility while providing opportunities for additional involvement in areas such as education, research, and advocacy. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for advanced roles will have the opportunity to discuss eligibility with department leadership during the interview process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree

• 1 Year of Experience

• ASHA – Speech Lang Path

• BLS for Health Providers (American Heart Association)

• Speech Lang Pathologist Lic

• Ability and experience working independently, using critical thinking skills and processes to arrive at objective, strategic, results-oriented decisions within the context of patient care and department, division and organizational priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual English/Spanish

• Specialty certifications in Speech Pathology advanced practice

• Pediatric experience

Speech-Language Pathologist I – The current salary range for this position is $45.75 to $62.09

Speech-Language Pathologist II – The current salary range for this position is $48.03 to $66.06

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

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