Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

Join a skilled nursing facility in Hayward, CA as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist. Use your skills to evaluate and treat communication and swallowing disorders for adult and geriatric patients in a post-acute setting. This role requires clinical autonomy, interdisciplinary collaboration, and documentation consistent with facility and regulatory standards. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Master‘s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA required.
• Active California SLP license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred.
• Experience evaluating and treating dysphagia and adult neurogenic communication disorders preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous travel therapy or contract therapy experience preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record documentation preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 08:00–16:30.
• Work pattern: 5 shifts per week, 8 hours per shift.

Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and contribution. Eligible clinicians receive a benefits package that supports clinical and personal needs.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide skilled SLP services in a skilled nursing environment. Deliver evaluations, individualized treatment plans, and skilled documentation to support patient progress and safe discharge planning. Collaborate with nursing and rehabilitation teams to optimize patient outcomes and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Location Highlights

Hayward offers an accessible Bay Area location with diverse outdoor and cultural options. Located near San Francisco Bay and within 20–30 minutes of regional transit hubs, Hayward provides access to shoreline parks such as Garin Regional Park and Coyote Hills Regional Park, both within a 15–30 minute drive. The city is close to attractions including the Hayward Japanese Gardens and the downtown historic district, and it offers convenient commutes to larger urban centers like Oakland and San Francisco via BART and major highways.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.