Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP): Skilled Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP): Travel Contract

Location: San Jose, CA (Not the right fit? We have additional SLP opportunities available throughout California.)
Pay: $2,700-2,800 per week
Contract Length: 13 weeks (extension possible)
Schedule: Day shifts | 36–40 hours per week

We’re Hiring!
We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) to join our Skilled Nursing Facility in San Jose, CA. This 13-week travel assignment offers competitive weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care. Whether you’re an experienced Outpatient therapist or a new graduate with Outpatient clinical rotations, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose speech, language, and cognitive disorders in SNF residents.

• Monitor and report measurable outcomes and KPI progress in the territory.

• Develop and implement individualized SLP treatment plans and goals.

• Deliver direct therapy sessions to residents and document progress.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and facility-specific documentation standards.

• Collaborate with nursing, OT/PT, and care teams to align care plans.

• Utilize clinical pipelines to identify residents in need and prioritize caseload.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and stay current with evidence-based practices.

• Document treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in EMR promptly.

• Provide family and caregiver education on communication strategies and progress.

• Maintain accurate scheduling and on-site availability to maximize patient encounters.

Experience/Qualifications

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with SNF experience.

• Clinical evaluation and differential diagnosis of speech, language, and cognitive disorders.

• Develop and implement individualized SLP treatment plans with measurable goals.

• Deliver direct therapy sessions and document progress in EMR promptly.

• Comply with regulatory and facility-specific documentation standards.

• Collaborate with nursing, OT/PT, and care teams to align care plans.

• Engage in ongoing professional development and stay current with evidence-based practices.

• Utilize clinical pipelines to identify residents in need and prioritize caseload.

• Provide family and caregiver education on communication strategies and progress.

• Maintain accuracy in scheduling and on-site availability to maximize patient encounters.

If you're ready for a rewarding contract opportunity with competitive pay and flexibility, apply today! Let us help you find the right fit—whether in San Jose, CA or elsewhere in California.