Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Lodi, CA
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care | Lodi, CA | Travel - temporary assignment
Start date: 09/25/2026 | Contract duration: 13 weeks | Guaranteed hours: 36 per week | Shift: 5x8 days (8:00 AM–4:30 PM) | Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,421–$2,610 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days (8:00 AM–4:30 PM)
- Start date: 09/25/2026
- On-site acute care setting in Lodi, California

Responsibilities
- Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative services to patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and document findings; track patient outcomes
- Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans; monitor progress and adjust as needed
- Educate and direct support staff; supervise therapy assistants in accordance with national and state Practice Acts
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support patient goals and discharge planning
- Ensure compliance with state and federal licensure, certification, and accrediting requirements

Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or foreign equivalent (Required)
- Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the state of practice (Required)
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) (Required)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification from an approved vendor (Required)
- Two years of recent speech-language pathology experience (Preferred)
- Ability to work in an acute care hospital setting and participate in interdisciplinary teams

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated travel recruiter with ongoing support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and licensure assistance as part of onboarding
- On-site orientation and clinical onboarding to support transition
- Extension opportunities after the initial contract term

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PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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