Travel Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - $3,255 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision & life

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. seeks a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist for a travel assignment in San Francisco, CA. The role is in acute care and pediatric settings, with a 40-hour work week, days shift (8:00am–4:30pm), and a 22-week duration starting 10/19/2026.

You may float to UCSF facilities and use Epic for charting. Requires CA license, CCC-SLP, and a minimum of 2 years of acute care/pediatric experience, plus familiarity with MBSS, trach/vent, and laryngectomy-related care.

Qualifications

• CA license required if applicable.
• CCC-SLP certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in acute care and pediatric settings.
• Experience with Modified Barium Swallow Studies and tracheostomy care.
• Teaching hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and discharge planning for pediatric and adult patients.
• Perform bedside swallow evaluations and Modified Barium Swallow studies.
• Manage dysphagia with oral motor therapy and diet modifications.
• Provide family education as part of care plans.
• Document according to billing and documentation standards.

Skills

Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

Therapy

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

California license (SLP)

Tools

Epic charting system

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in San Francisco, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 22 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 22 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler seeks a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist with CA license and 2+ years of acute care and pediatric experience for a teaching hospital assignment.

Details

• Acute care, Children's Hospital, Pediatric Rehabilitation, and PICU settings
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 8:00am to 4:30pm
• Monday through Friday with one Saturday per month
• Ability to float to other UCSF facilities as needed
• Epic charting system used

Requirements

• Current CA SLP license required if applicable
• AHA BLS certification required
• CCC-SLP certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Acute care, Children's Hospital, Pediatric Rehab, and PICU experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Experience with Modified Barium Swallow Study for adult and pediatric populations required
• Experience with Total Laryngectomy, Trach/Vent, and Speaking Valve required
• Competency in Dysphagia management for pediatric and adult populations required
• Pediatric Outpatient experience preferred
• Clinical experience in an academic medical center preferred
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology preferred

Additional Information

• Conduct assessments, evaluations, reassessments, and discharge planning for pediatric and adult patients
• Perform bedside swallow evaluations and Modified Barium Swallow Studies
• Manage dysphagia including oral motor therapy, diet modifications, and use of thickening agents
• Provide care for patients with tracheostomy, laryngectomy, and Passy Muir Valve needs
• Treat pediatric conditions including developmental delays, language disorders, TBI, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia
• Treat adult conditions including dysphagia, TBI, laryngectomy, and nervous system disorders
• Provide patient and family education as part of care plan
• Document using concurrent therapy treatment and billing/documentation standards
• Accepts local candidates at the same rate as travel
• Floating to other departments, units, or facilities within a 75+ mile radius may be required
• All requested time off must be disclosed and approved at time of offer, with no additional requests accepted mid-contract and none permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-763218. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Speech Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.