American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Santa Cruz, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 12/07/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist with 2+ years acute care experience for a 13-week acute rehab assignment focused on neuro, ortho, and cardiac populations.
Details
- Acute care setting within Rehab Therapies and Cardiac Rehab units
- Works with inpatient and outpatient populations, primarily inpatient
- Treats spinal cord injury, TBI, stroke, cardiac rehab, and orthopedic patients
- Performs bedside swallow evaluations and cognitive assessments
- Cerner EMR used for documentation
- 8-hour day shifts with varied start times between 6:30am and 6:30pm
- Weekend rotation required, approximately every other Saturday or Sunday
- Floats between hospital units and to acute rehab as needed
Requirements
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of acute care experience required, 3-5 years preferred
- Experience with orthopedic, neurological, and cardiac patient populations required
- Experience with modified barium swallow studies preferred
- ICU experience preferred
- Experience in outpatient or home health settings preferred
- Experience with physical disabilities preferred
- Spanish-speaking candidates preferred
- Active state or compact SLP license required if applicable
- Driver's license copy required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provides therapy for patients with spinal cord injuries, TBI, stroke, cardiac conditions, and orthopedic diagnoses
- Conducts bedside swallow evaluations and cognitive assessments
- Collaborates with a unit manager and rehab aide support team
- Manager available onsite seven days a week
- Facility hosts hospitalist/intensivist coverage, 24/7 respiratory therapy, and 24/7 pharmacy services
- One day of hospital orientation followed by 2-3 days of unit-specific orientation
- Dress code requires black or dark-colored pants with burgundy dress shirts or polos
- Holiday coverage assigned via sign-up sheet to fill scheduling gaps
- Open to first-time travelers
- Pediatric exposure may occur but is not required for travelers
American Traveler Job ID #P-785633. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Speech Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.