About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position overview

Confidential Client is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist II to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services in outpatient (and as needed, inpatient) settings in Santa Barbara, CA. This role focuses on assessment and treatment of dysphagia, speech, language and cognitive-communication disorders across the lifespan, with opportunities to develop specialties such as dysphagia (MBS), voice, and pediatric care.

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What You’ll Do

• Perform evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients with dysphagia, speech, language and cognitive disorders.
• Provide evidence-based therapy and document progress in the electronic medical record.
• Implement safe swallowing programs and participate in instrumental assessments (e.g., MBS) when trained/qualified.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary teams, patients and families to coordinate care and discharge planning.
• Follow professional scope-of-practice standards (ASHA) and state licensing rules.
• Participate in orientation/mentorship programs and demonstrate growth toward independent clinical practice.

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Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program (Master’s preferred; Bachelor’s with equivalent experience acceptable).
• Licensure/Certifications:
  • Eligible for or licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the State of California.
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA preferred/required per client policy.
  • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience: Entry level up to ~6 months of SLP experience required for progression to Level II; clinical rotations or internships acceptable.
• Technical skills:
  • Knowledge of speech therapy techniques, dysphagia management, and relevant modalities.
  • Basic computer skills and experience documenting in electronic medical records.
  • Preferred experience: dysphagia (inpatient), MBS, voice disorders, pediatric caseloads.

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Compensation & Schedule

• Employment type: Full-time.
• Estimated salary (source listing): $112,078 per year (estimated). Actual pay will depend on experience, licensure, and client compensation bands and complies with California pay-transparency requirements.
• Schedule: Typical clinical hours with some flexibility per department needs; details provided by Confidential Client during interview.

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Why Apply through Careertakes

• Careertakes represents roles from Confidential Client as an independent recruiting partner — we help clarify job details, streamline interviews, and provide access to similar openings.
• Candidates may receive faster screening and additional matched opportunities through our platform.
• Recruitment steps are managed transparently; final hiring decisions rest with Confidential Client.

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Legal & Compliance Notes

• This job posting follows applicable U.S. and California employment laws. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; Confidential Client will not unlawfully discriminate in hiring.
• Licensure and certification requirements are job-related and consistent with state regulations for clinical practice.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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