Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 recruiter support

Credentialing help

Onboarding help

Ongoing assignment support

Dedicated scheduling contact

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare LLC seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Elk Grove, CA, starting 11/30/2026. The role involves acute care focus in a skilled nursing facility, with 35 guaranteed hours per week and a daily 08:00–16:30 shift (5x8 days).

Responsibilities include evaluations, treatment planning, direct therapy, interdisciplinary collaboration, and thorough documentation; benefits include dedicated support and credentialing assistance.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice Speech-Language Pathology in California.
• Willing to commit to a 13-week travel assignment at 35 hours per week.
• Experience working in acute care SNF settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations in the acute care SNF.
• Develop and implement treatment plans addressing communication, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing needs.
• Provide direct therapy and monitor progress, adjusting plans as needed.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge planning per regulations.
• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, social work to coordinate care and safe transitions.
• Educate patients and families on communication strategies and swallowing safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Time management

Education

CA SLP license

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care, Elk Grove, California, starts 11/30/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment. Weekly pay ranges from $2,233 to $2,280 with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. The shift is 5x8 days, from 08:00 to 16:30, in a skilled nursing facility with an acute care focus. This travel - temporary assignment is coordinated by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,233–$2,280 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days (08:00–16:30)
• Start date: 11/30/2026
• Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility with acute care responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations for patients within the acute care SNF setting
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans addressing communication, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing needs
• Provide direct therapy to patients and monitor progress, adjusting plans as needed
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge planning in accordance with regulatory and facility requirements
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, rehabilitation, social work) to coordinate care and plan safe transitions
• Educate patients and families on communication strategies, swallowing safety, and home-care considerations; document education provided

Requirements

• Ability to meet state licensure requirements to practice Speech-Language Pathology in California
• Availability for a 13-week travel assignment with guaranteed 35 hours per week
• Ability to work a shift schedule of 08:00–16:30, 5 days per week
• Willingness to work in a skilled nursing facility with an acute care focus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to document clearly
• Comfort collaborating within an interdisciplinary care team

Benefits and Support

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Credentialing and onboarding assistance
• Ongoing assignment support throughout the engagement
• Dedicated contact to coordinate scheduling and any required documentation

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.