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Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Healthforce·Bakersfield, California

$2,340 - $2,487/wk·Contract·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 19 days ago
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About the role

Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative services for patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. Develop individualized treatment plans and collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team in a hospital setting.

Overview Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care in Bakersfield, California, United States. This travel assignment starts 08/03/2026 and runs for 13 weeks in an acute care setting. Weekly pay range: $2,393 to $2,553 per week.

Shift

Days, 8-hour shifts, five days per week (40 hours).

Guaranteed

Hours: 0.0. Posting date 07/09/2026; valid through 11/02/2026. This assignment is managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights • Weekly pay

  • $2,393 to $2,553 per week
  • Guaranteed hours: 0.0
  • Contract duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts, five days per week
  • Start date: 08/03/2026
  • Setting: Acute care environment

Responsibilities

  • Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative services to patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
  • Conduct evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans; implement evidence-based interventions.
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust therapy plans to maximize outcomes.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate care and support discharge planning.
  • Maintain thorough, compliant documentation of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes in the electronic medical record.
  • Adhere to state and federal regulatory license, certification, and accrediting requirements; participate as an integral member of the care team.

Requirements

  • Active California state license as Speech-Language Pathologist or eligibility for licensure
  • Ability to work in an acute care setting and collaborate within an interdisciplinary team
  • Strong communication and documentation skills; proficient with electronic medical records
  • Demonstrated commitment to complying with applicable licensure, certification, and accreditation requirements
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment and provide patient-centered care

Benefits

  • and Support - 24/7 recruiter and travel support
  • Housing options available
  • Extension opportunities
  • Dedicated support throughout the assignment

Find more opportunities If you would like to view other openings from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please visit https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

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.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

  • Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple

match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

  • We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

  • Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

Posting details

Employment type
Contract
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$2,340 - $2,487/wk
Location
Bakersfield, California
Posted
Jul 9, 2026
Closes
Oct 7, 2026
Application
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Market context

California acute care SLP travel role

California acute care speech-language pathology travel roles are often competitive because hospitals need clinicians who can step into fast-paced inpatient settings with minimal ramp-up. Candidates with acute care experience, a master’s degree, and active California licensure are typically strongest, especially when they can document recent bedside or hospital-based work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of acute care caseloads before applying.

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