Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care - $2,740 per week

Cross Country Allied; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401(k)

Travel reimbursement

Unlimited CE credits

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Allied in San Luis Obispo, California is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist to provide acute care services to adult patients, with MBSS proficiency.

The role features 40-hour weeks, 8-hour shifts, rotating weekends, and a travel assignment with housing options and comprehensive benefits.

Clinicians must hold SLP certification and have acute care experience; two location float between Sierra Vista and Twin Cities is noted.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Graduate of an accredited SLP program
• Experience in acute care with adult patients preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide speech therapy services to adult patients in acute care
• Perform Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS)
• Work a rotating schedule with weekend coverage
• Float between two locations (Sierra Vista and Twin Cities)

Skills

SLP certification

MBSS proficiency

Acute care experience

Education

SLP licensure

Accredited program

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in San Luis Obispo, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Acute in a healthcare setting. This position involves providing specialized speech therapy services to adult patients within an acute care environment. The role requires proficiency in conducting Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) and involves a rotating shift schedule with weekend rotation.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 8-hour shifts, rotating schedule, with weekend rotation likely every 3rd Saturday/Sunday. Minimum hours per week: 40 hours.
• Required Qualifications: Valid certification as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP); graduation from an accredited program; previous experience in acute care with adult patients, ideally 2 years (1 year considered if an internship was completed in acute care). Proficiency in conducting Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) is required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with adult acute care settings and fluency in speech assessments and therapy techniques.
• Additional Information: The role includes floating between two locations, Sierra Vista and Twin Cities. No requests for time off during holiday weeks; flexibility to consider other dates is appreciated.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1318561. 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: SP - SLP ACUTE Speech Language Pathologist ACUTE.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most - your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we're here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn't just work. It's your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus