Speech Language Pathologist - Skilled Nursing Facility
Modesto, CA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$2,092/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Description
Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where they’re needed most. You’ll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring a new part of the country. 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) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
- Active California SLP state license is required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.
- Experience with dysphagia assessment and management, instrumental assessment familiarity (FEES or MBS) preferred.
- Experience with documentation in electronic medical records preferred.
Assignment Details
- Primary Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist.
- Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
Location Highlights
Modesto, CA offers access to both outdoor recreation and urban amenities. The city is approximately 45 miles from Yosemite National Park and 60 miles from the Sierra Nevada foothills, offering hiking and river activities within a short drive. Modesto is located in California's Central Valley and is about a 90-minute drive to San Francisco, providing cultural attractions, museums, and professional sports within regional commuting distance. The area features the Gallo Center for the Arts and the McHenry Mansion, and downtown Modesto hosts seasonal farmers markets and a growing dining scene. The region fits a suburban lifestyle with accessible road connections to state parks, wineries in the nearby Lodi and Manteca areas, and convenient access to major highways for weekend travel.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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 of our associates.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
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About Modesto, CA
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Modesto, CA here's what you should know:- Modesto's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 93°F, while average lows in winter are around 39°F.
- Modesto experiences hot summers and cool winters.
- Short term rentals are available in Modesto, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many options are available for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Modesto is car-friendly, with convenient road networks and parking facilities.
- Public transportation options include buses operated by the Modesto Area Express (MAX) system.
- Modesto has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Modesto offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Music enthusiasts can enjoy live performances, and sports lovers can engage in local events.
- Outdoor activities include parks, hiking trails, and nearby waterways.
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