Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Overview
Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care
Bakersfield, California, United States
Start date: 08/17/2026
Duration: 13-week contract
Weekly pay: $2,396-$2,544 per week
Shift: Days, 8 hours per day, 5 days per week (40 hours)
Setting: acute care setting within a healthcare environment

Key Highlights
- 13-week travel assignment starting 08/17/2026
- 40 hours per week, days shifts
- Weekly pay range: $2,396-$2,544 per week
- Integrated member of an interdisciplinary care team
- Acute care setting with diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative responsibilities

Responsibilities
- Provide diagnostic, therapeutic and consultative services to patients with communication, cognitive and swallowing disorders.
- Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders; develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Deliver patient and caregiver education to support communication goals and swallowing safety.
- Document assessments, treatment interventions, progress notes, and discharge planning with accuracy and timeliness.
- Collaborate as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team; participate in rounds, care planning, and transition/discharge processes.
- Adhere to state and federal regulatory license, certification and accrediting requirement guidelines; maintain professional standards and confidentiality.

Requirements
- Active licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist and compliance with applicable state and federal licensure, certification and accreditation guidelines.
- Experience providing diagnostic, therapeutic and consultative services to patients with communication, cognitive and swallowing disorders.
- Ability to work effectively in an acute care setting as part of an interdisciplinary care team.
- Strong communication and documentation skills; commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment from a travel-and-healthcare-focused team
- Fast credentialing process to facilitate timely start
- 24/7 availability of recruitment and assignment support
- Access to nationwide assignments and potential extension opportunities
- Professional collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes

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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.
About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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