Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Overview Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care, San Luis Obispo, California. This is a travel, temporary assignment staffing at a short term acute care hospital. Start date: 10/19/2026. Assignment duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay range: $2,469 to $2,697 per week. Guaranteed hours: 40 per week. Shift: Day shift, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (5x8). The role involves working within an acute care environment and may require coverage across multiple nearby facilities within the assignment network. Key Highlights Weekly pay range: $2,469–$2,697 per week Guaranteed hours: 40 per week Contract duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day shift, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (5x8) Start date: 10/19/2026 Setting: Short term acute care hospital; travel assignment Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive adult dysphagia and communication evaluations in the acute care setting Administer and interpret MBSS (modified barium swallow study) as required and manage feeding/safety implications Develop, implement, and document patient-centered treatment plans; monitor progress and adjust as needed Perform bedside swallow evaluations and manage dysphagia-focused care, including modification of strategies Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team (physicians, nurses, dietitians, therapists) to optimize patient outcomes and discharge planning Participate in a weekend rotation (approximately every 3rd Saturday/Sunday) and provide cross-site coverage as needed within the assignment network Requirements Licensure: Current nursing license per the state of assignment Certification: Current BLS certification Experience: At least two years of recent acute care experience with adults (one year may be considered if an internship was completed in acute care) Skills: Proficient in conducting MBSS Availability: Day shift (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) with weekend rotation; ability to float between facilities within the assignment network Benefits and Support Assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, including dedicated recruitment and travel coordination Credentialing coordination and licensure assistance to support timely onboarding 13-week travel assignment with guaranteed hours Onboarding orientation and ongoing clinical support during the assignment Find more opportunities If you’d like to explore other openings from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please visit https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply 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. Powered by JazzHR gkV6yqUSnV