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Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

HealthForce Healthcare · Willows, CA · 6 days ago
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Travel assignment in Willows, California, starting on 10/05/2026 and running for 13 weeks.

About the role

This temporary travel opportunity is in a Skilled Nursing Facility delivering acute care services to residents.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations for residents with communication and swallowing disorders
  • Create and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with resident needs and facility policies
  • Provide direct therapy and document progress, adjusting goals as appropriate
  • Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, medical, and therapy teams to support safe, efficient resident care and discharge planning
  • Educate residents and families on communication strategies and dysphagia management; ensure patient safety and adherence to HIPAA standards

Requirements

  • Active licensure to practice speech-language pathology in California (or eligibility to obtain licensure)
  • Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility environment within a travel assignment
  • Experience with adult populations, including communication and swallowing disorders (acute care or SNF setting preferred)
  • Strong interpersonal and documentation skills; ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams
  • Commitment to resident safety, quality of care, and professional standards

Pay

$2,480 to $2,578 per week with guaranteed 35 hours per week.

Schedule

5x8 days (08:00–16:30) for 13 weeks.

Benefits

  • 24/7 recruiter and travel support
  • Dedicated support throughout the assignment
  • Onboarding and credentialing coordination
  • Opportunity for extension or additional assignments
  • Nationwide travel opportunities through Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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