Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - $3,208 per week

Focus Staff; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

401K matching

New licensing reimbursement

Job staffing in all 50 states

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a 16-week contract in Sacramento, California. Responsibilities include providing therapy to patients of all ages, with qualifications requiring a master's in Speech Language Pathology and at least 2 years of experience. The position offers health insurance coverage, 401K matching, and competitive pay. Ideal candidates will be compassionate, detail-oriented, with excellent communication skills to ensure quality patient care.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of SLP experience.
• Strong knowledge of procedures and patient safety.
• Must possess independent decision making skills and excellent communication with staff, physicians, patients, and families.
• Ability to work across pediatric to older adult populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.
• Document patient care in accordance with requirements.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and team members.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements.

Skills

Proven experience as Speech Language Pathologist

Excellent communication skills

Independent decision making skills

Compassionate care

Education

Graduate of a master’s level program in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Focus Staff is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Sacramento, California.

Job Details

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 03/16/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

We currently have a client in Sacramento, CA looking for a Speech Language Pathologist (Traveling SLP) focused on providing speech therapy services to include evaluation and treatment for pediatric patients to older adults based on diagnosed conditions. Contract Assignment – 13 Weeks (Temporary). Shift: 5x8 Days. Rewards: (Speech Language Pathologist).

• Pay depends on location and experience.
• Health Insurance Coverage
• 401K matching
• New licensing reimbursement
• Job staffing in all 50 states
• We are offering a very competitive package to the right Speech Language Pathologist.

Candidates need to possess phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of procedures and patient safety. Compassionate and sensitive is a prerequisite for the profession. The ideal candidate is a critical thinker and acts quickly in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Speech Language Pathologist
• Graduate of a master’s level program in Speech Language Pathology which is accredited by Education Standards Board or whose practice meets ASHA certification requirements.
• Must possess independent decision making skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients and families
• Work Experience: At least 2 years of SLP experience

Responsibilities

• Play an important part in helping patients to recover and feel better about themselves by providing therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities.
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws.

Job Type & Location

Job Type: Contract/Temporary/Travel
Location: Sacramento, CA

If you have a passion for Speech Language Pathology, apply today and a recruiter will guide you through the process. Join our VIP team of Traveling Professionals!

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About Focus Staff

Your Journey, Our Focus. Travel Confidently, Care Boldly with Focus Staff.

At Focus Staff, we’re here to make your travel healthcare career rewarding, seamless, and stress-free.

Whether you’re a travel nurse, therapist, or allied health professional, we take care of the details so you can focus on what you do best — caring for others. Our mission is simple: to help healthcare heroes like you thrive, no matter where your journey takes you.

With thousands of job opportunities across all 50 states, our dedicated recruiters work closely with you to match you to the right assignment, based on what matters most to you — pay, location, benefits, or career growth.

From day one, you’ll enjoy premium benefits like medical coverage that bridges between assignments, 401K matching, travel and licensing reimbursements, and personalized housing support. Plus, our team is here for you 24/7, with clinical support available whenever you need guidance or backup.

At Focus Staff, we believe in making every assignment a smooth, comfortable, and empowering experience. Let’s make your next adventure your best one yet.