Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care (Travel) in Los Angeles, California

Overview
A travel opportunity for a Speech Language Pathologist is available in an acute care setting within a skilled nursing facility in Los Angeles, CA. This temporary assignment runs for 13 weeks, starting December 7, 2026. The role offers a weekly pay range of $2,108 to $2,318 and has 0 guaranteed hours. The shift pattern is 5x8 days, with a part-time description indicating a need for approximately 15–20 hours per week. This assignment is managed through Healthforce Healthcare LLC and is intended for a temporary travel engagement.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,108–$2,318 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days
- Start date: 12/07/2026
- Setting: Skilled nursing facility in a travel, acute care environment
- Part-time hours: approximately 15–20 hours per week

Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders within the SNF setting
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans aligned with patient goals
- Perform dysphagia screening and manage safe swallowing strategies as part of the care plan
- Document assessments, progress notes, and treatment outcomes in the medical record per facility and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nurses, physicians, therapists) to support patient outcomes and discharge planning
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and post-discharge needs

Requirements
- Part-time availability: approximately 15–20 hours per week as requested by assignment
- Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility environment
- Strong communication and documentation skills to support multidisciplinary care
- Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a travel assignment and adapt to new teams and settings
- Eligibility to practice Speech-Language Pathology in the United States (specific licensure and certification details will be provided during hiring)

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Assistance with credentialing and onboarding processes
- Travel and housing resources and guidance (as available)
- Opportunity for extension or additional travel placements with Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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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.