Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care

Position Overview

The facility is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for an acute care assignment working with adult and geriatric patients. This role focuses on dysphagia management and stroke care in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Schedule & Contract

• Shift: Days, 5×8 hours (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
• Days: Tuesday–Saturday
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: December 14, 2026

Required Qualifications

• Active California SLP license
• BLS and CCC-SLP certifications
• Minimum 1 year acute care experience
• Dysphagia experience required
• References required at submission

Clinical Scope

You'll evaluate and manage patients with stroke-related dysphagia, performing bedside swallow evaluations and modified barium swallow studies. Responsibilities include modifying diet orders, educating patients and families, conducting reassessments, and developing discharge plans. Daily census is 9 patients.

Pre-Start Requirements

• Advanced EKG exam (onsite, 45 minutes, 80% minimum passing score; two attempts permitted)
• Specialty-specific modules required before start date
• Smoke/nicotine-free facility; arrive free of tobacco odor

Submission Requirements

• Active California license
• References
• Required certifications documentation

This is a Tier 1 Travel Compliance position. Candidates with license restrictions, disciplinary actions, board investigations, or background findings will not be considered.