Speech-Language Pathologist - Inpatient Rehab
Napa, CA
Catalytic Solutions
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Speech-Language Pathologist - Inpatient Rehab

Location: Napa, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
• Setting: Inpatient Rehabilitation

Required Qualifications

• Valid Speech Language Pathologist license in California
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Recent Speech Language Pathologist experience within the last year

Certifications (as applicable)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification (if applicable)
• Other certifications may be required based on clinical track and facility requirements

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years; must be updated annually
• Education verification required for all candidates
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• References: Minimum of 2 supervisor references covering at least 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting
• Employment application covering at least last 5 years of employment with month/year format for dates worked
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO, indicating ability to work with or without accommodation
• Immunizations and health documents:

  • TDAP vaccine within 10 years or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer or declination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series or signed declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination (required during flu season)
  • COVID vaccine or declination
• Respiratory safety clearance for respirator use, medically cleared annually (travel only)
• Fit mask testing (N95 or equivalent), updated annually (travel only)

Competencies and Training

• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Specialty-specific competency exams and training modules required prior to start and annually thereafter
• Completion of required regulatory and specialty-specific training modules via LMS platform (WorkRamp) prior to start and annually
• Epic system training modules may be required depending on assignment location and role (primarily for Per Diem and certain regions)

Additional Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Social Security card (for certain state-specific requirements)
• E-Verify attestation
• Compliance with float policy: may be required to float to other nearby facilities within reasonable distance
• Passport-style badge photo with neutral background may be required

Notes

• This is a travel/contract position in an inpatient rehabilitation setting in California.
• Candidates must be prepared to complete all required background checks, health screenings, certifications, and training modules prior to start.
• Annual updates and renewals of certifications, health documents, and training are required to maintain compliance.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this role.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Speech-Language Pathologist travel contract opportunity in inpatient rehab.