Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Speech Language Pathologist
Lancaster, CA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$2,515/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Description
Join our travel Speech Language Pathologist team and use your skills where they are needed most. Provide evaluation and treatment for communication and swallowing disorders in a skilled nursing facility setting in Lancaster, CA. 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 license is required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience in skilled nursing facility (SNF) settings required.
- Experience with dysphagia evaluation and management, including instrumental assessments (e.g., FEES or MBSS) preferred.
- Ability to manage caseloads consistent with a WWG of 36 hours as specified by the client.
- Willingness to comply with client cancellation policy of 14 days.
- Current immunizations and background checks as required by facility policy.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Work Week Guide (WWG): 36 hours.
- Start: ASAP.
- Client cancellation notice requirement: 14 days.
Location Highlights
Discover Lancaster, CA. Lancaster is located in northern Los Angeles County and sits approximately 70 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, offering a suburban-desert lifestyle with nearby mountain and desert recreation. The city is near the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, about a 20–30 minute drive, and within 30–60 minutes of Angeles National Forest trailheads for hiking and mountain biking. Lancaster provides regional transit options via Metrolink connections to the Los Angeles area and is close to major routes such as State Route 14 for commuting. Local attractions include the Lancaster Museum of Art and History and the Prime Desert Woodland Preserve, offering cultural and outdoor activities for a varied lifestyle fit between suburban and adventurous.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your commitment to patient care and offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.
- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a traveling SLP to gain flexibility and growth while supporting residents in skilled nursing settings. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. A recruiter will contact you with further details after you apply.
EEO Statement
We 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.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
1 nurse recommends working with Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About Lancaster, CA
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Lancaster, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lancaster, CA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Lancaster experiences hot summers with average highs of around 95°F and lows of 60°F, while winters are cool with average highs of 57°F and lows of 32°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Lancaster, CA, and they can be relatively easy to find.
- Lancaster is car-friendly, with most residents relying on private vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Lancaster has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to the desert climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Lancaster offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and exploring the nearby Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve.
- Sports enthusiasts can also find local teams and events to support.
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