Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - $2,632 per week in California

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Mindlance Health to find a qualified Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in California!

Pay Information

$2,632 per week

About The Position

ID : 72603510 Shift : 9-5 Description : Position Summary Provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing (dysphagia) disorders in a geriatric, medically complex population in a subacute / long-term SNF setting. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and support quality patient outcomes and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive evaluations within 24 hours of physician referral to assess speech, language, cognition, and swallowing. Develop a functional therapy diagnosis and prognosis. Design and implement individualized treatment plans, use evidence-based interventions, adjust treatment based on progress, and establish clear, measurable goals. Provide direct therapy addressing communication and swallowing disorders in residents, including compensatory strategies, cognitive-communication interventions, and group therapy when appropriate. Document accurately and timely : evaluation reports, daily treatment notes, weekly progress updates, 14-day physician progress reports, discharge summaries, billing documentation, and any POC (plan of care) logs. Educate residents, families, and nursing / CNA staff on communication strategies, safe swallowing techniques, and home-exercise programs. Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team nurses, physicians, PT / OT, dietary, social work to optimize patient outcomes and support discharge planning. Participate in quality improvement and facility initiatives; advocate for patient-centered care, ethical practice, and compliance with Medicare / Medicaid documentation standards (PDPM, Title?22, CMS). If supervising SLPAs or therapy aides, ensure compliance with California regulations : supervisor must have =2 years experience (or 3,120 hours), provide direct supervision for 20% of duties for first 90?days, and complete CEUs in supervision. Qualifications Master s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution. Current California SLP license. Temporary RPE license accepted if in process. Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred. Experience in skilled nursing facility or geriatric / rehabilitation settings preferred. Strong skills in clinical assessment and treatment planning, plus excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal abilities. Knowledge of Medicare / Medicaid billing, PDPM requirements, and California regulations (Title?22, CMS, etc.). Current BLS / CPR certification required. Work Environment & Expectations Typical workload includes both subacute rehabilitation stays (often up to 100?days under Medicare Part A) and long-term care residents. Therapy intensity may reach up to ~3?hours / day depending on tolerance. Facilities often expect high productivity standards usually around 80 90% of available work time billed to therapy so proficiency in documentation and patient scheduling is essential. Work hours may fluctuate : quiet periods followed by days with multiple new admissions and intensive therapy sessions. Flexibility and adaptability are key. Building strong relationships with nursing and CNA staff is vital collaborate respectfully, avoid interrupting med passes, and support staff when possible. Why Join Marysville Post Acute Opportunity to work with a diverse geriatric population, including strokes, dementia, cognitive-communication deficits, and swallowing disorders. Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment committed to enhancing resident quality of life and functional independence. Supportive facility administering subacute rehab under Medicare and long-term care impactful work with measurable outcomes. A setting in California s expanding rehabilitative care industry, with support for professional growth and development. Additional does not manage the credentialing process for this facility. Please send all documents directly to : Position Response Crisis Billing string = Marysville Post Acute Guaranteed Hours : Contract Weeks : 91

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Core Exam - Allied / Non-Nursing
• Ishihara Colorvision Screening
• Speech Language Pathologist Skills Checklist

About Mindlance Health

Mindlance Health is a leading provider of allied health clinicians to hospitals, clinics, behavioral health and other facilities throughout the US. Our unique approach to recruitment begins with the basic premise that YOU, the healthcare provider, are the most important person in the relationship. Our goal is to assist you in finding the right position that not only matches your skillset but fuels the passion in your soul to advance your career.  Our clients choose Mindlance Health because they know our passion is to fill their jobs with the best candidates in the business and to pay above competitive rates, assuring we are hiring the most talented clinicians in the market.