Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care - $2,331 per week

American Traveler; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Speech-Language Pathologist for an Acute Care Hospital assignment in Santa Rosa, CA. The 13-week position runs 40 hours per week on a day shift, with 8:30 AM–5:00 PM hours and Epic EMR proficiency required.

The role requires 1 year of hospital experience, BLS certification, and ability to work across sister facilities if needed. Candidates must be licensed and eligible to work in California; familiarity with WAB, CELF, and PICA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year hospital experience required.
• Active state license in hand at submission or license in applicable state.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Epic EMR proficiency required.
• Experience with Voice/Resonance, Acoustic Analysis, and Nasoendoscopy.
• Videostroboscopy and Voice Prosthesis experience preferred.
• Trauma Level II experience preferred.
• Experience treating CVA, Dysphagia, Dysarthria, Fluency, TBI, and Tracheostomy/Ventilator-dependent patients.
• Dysphagia management including Bedside Swallow Evaluations, Modified Barium Swallow Studies, Passy Muir Valves, and Trach/Vent care.
• Knowledge of standardized evaluation tools such as WAB, CELF, and PICA preferred.
• Experience with Medicare A and B documentation preferred.
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required.
• Full SSN and DOB required for submission.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive speech-language and swallowing evaluations and treatments for adult patients.
• Conduct and interpret Modified Barium Swallow Studies.
• Document assessments, treatments, discharge plans, and reassessments per Medicare guidelines.
• Utilize adaptive and augmentative communication equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with care teams on patient safety and abuse recognition protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Patient care

Documentation

Tools

Epic EMR

WAB

CELF

PICA

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Santa Rosa, California.

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist for an Acute Care Hospital setting requiring at least 1 year of hospital experience and Epic EMR proficiency.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting within the SLP department
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• 13-week assignment length
• Epic EMR experience required
• May be expected to float between sister facilities near the contracted location

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of hospital experience required
• Valid compact Speech-Language Pathology license required in hand at time of submission
• License required if applicable
• Current BLS certification required
• Experience with Voice/Resonance, Acoustic Analysis, and Nasoendoscopy
• Experience with Videostroboscopy and Voice Prosthesis preferred
• Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Experience treating CVA, Dysarthria, Dysphagia, Fluency, TBI, and Tracheostomy/Ventilator-dependent patients
• Experience with dysphagia management including Bedside Swallow Evaluation, Modified Barium Swallow Studies, Passy Muir Valves, and Trach/Vent care
• Knowledge of standardized evaluation tools such as WAB, CELF, and PICA preferred
• Experience with Medicare A and B documentation preferred
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Full SSN and DOB required for submission

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive speech-language and swallowing evaluations and treatment for adult patients
• Conduct and interpret Modified Barium Swallow Studies
• Document assessments, treatments, discharge plans, and reassessments per Medicare guidelines
• Utilize adaptive and augmentative communication equipment as needed
• Collaborate with care teams on patient safety and abuse recognition protocols
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All requested time off must be submitted upfront prior to offer; post-offer time off requests may not be granted
• Local candidates accepted within 50 miles at a lower bill rate
• Former Providence permanent employees may return as travelers after a 3-month waiting period, provided they are not within 50 miles of the facility
• Candidates must disclose any prior work history at Providence facilities, including dates and locations
• First-time travelers considered

Job Details

American Traveler Job ID #P-780468. 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.