Travel Speech Language Pathologist
Sacramento, CA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,630/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (Inpatient) in Sacramento, California. This role involves providing assessment, treatment, and evaluation for patients with various speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. The position requires collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare team members to deliver comprehensive care and ensure patient safety and privacy.
Job Details:
- Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 40 hours
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in BLS and CA Speech-Language Pathologist License, valid California State Driver's License and auto insurance, at least 2 years of professional experience, familiarity with inpatient settings, and experience with patients experiencing cognitive, speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in home health care, patient and family education, and recognizing signs and symptoms of physical, sexual, and psychological abuse.
- Additional Information: The candidate will assess, treat, and evaluate patients, collaborate with the healthcare team, supervise assistants and aides, and serve as a clinical instructor for students. Prior experience in inpatient or trauma-level units is advantageous. All candidates must complete onboarding labs within 3-5 days of contract signing and provide verified work history and references within 7 days prior to starting.
- Submission Requirements: Upload current Nursys license verification, applicable certifications with valid expiration dates, and two references obtained within the last year.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
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Pros
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Cons
None
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You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Sacramento, CA
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Sacramento, CA here's what you should know:- Lower than many other California cities, closer to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 94°F and lows around 60°F.
- Average winter highs around 54°F and lows around 38°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, relatively easy to find due to the lower cost of living compared to other California cities.
- Car-friendly city with relatively easy traffic.
- Limited public transportation options compared to larger cities.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees.
- Sacramento has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants, gastropubs, and breweries.
- Rich art and cultural scene with museums like the Crocker Art Museum.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games of the Sacramento Kings.
- Plenty of outdoor activities in the city's large parks and recreation areas.
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