Speech & Language Pathologist – Pediatric

Family Health Centers of San Diego

. Evaluate patients referred to speech and language therapy and Early Intervention .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $90,000 - $115,292 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and diagnosing speech and language disorders in children, developing and implementing effective treatment plans, and engaging with patients and families to ensure culturally competent care. Holds a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and maintains California State licensure while providing services across various clinic sites.

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Master's Degree In Speech Language PathologyCalifornia State Licensure As Speech Language PathologistPediatric Specific ExperienceC.C.C. (ASHA) In Speech PathologyExperience In Early Intervention (0-3)

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Hard Skills

Speech And Language EvaluationDiagnosis Of Speech DisordersTreatment Plan DevelopmentProgress MonitoringDocumentation Compliance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationPatient EngagementCollaboration With Healthcare Professionals

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Early InterventionCulturally Competent CareCommunity MedicinePediatric TherapyCase Conferencing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate patients referred to speech and language therapy and Early Intervention
Perform evaluations and diagnose speech and language disorders in children
Communicate evaluation results, treatment plans, and goals to patients and parents/caregivers
Provide home program activities to support carryover into the home environment
Engage patients and parents/caregivers in treatment sessions
Provide individual treatment in accordance with established standards of care and practice
Design effective treatment plans within scope of practice
Monitor treatment progress through observations and assessments and conduct re-evaluations when indicated
Consult with physicians, allied health professionals, and other team members
Participate in case conferencing and program planning meetings
Facilitate training and presentations for staff, patients, and parents/caregivers
Communicate with Referral Specialist, Case Management, Care Coordination, and Scheduling staff
Recommend and follow through with referrals to internal programs and outside agencies
Recommend infant/early childhood or mental health services when dyadic concerns arise
Complete required documentation accurately, timely, and thoroughly in accordance with department and insurance requirements
Provide treatment at different FHCSD clinic sites to increase patient access to care

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology required
Current California State licensure as Speech Language Pathologist required; license must be maintained for duration of employment
Pediatric specific experience required
C.C.C. (ASHA) in Speech Pathology preferred
CPR Certification
At least 2 years experience as a Speech & Language Pathologist preferred
Experience in early intervention (0-3) preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Valid California driver’s license
Automobile and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law
Acceptable driving record
Demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
$1000 CME reimbursement
24 hours of CME time off
MedBridge account with unlimited access to virtual CME training
License renewal fee reimbursement
Possibility of loan forgiveness eligibility
Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy