Speech Language Pathologist – Inpatient Rehabilitation
Lakeport, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Speech Pathologist - Inpatient Rehab

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

Job Description

• Provide speech pathology services in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (5 days a week, 8-hour shifts).
• No call and no weekend shifts.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech Pathology program with a Master’s degree (M.A. or M.S.).
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Speech Pathologist in California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC).
• New graduates are eligible to apply.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including Social Security trace with all aliases, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, and nationwide checks.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC sanctions, and Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List checks required and updated annually.
• Education verification of highest degree achieved is required.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to California law).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work and any necessary accommodations.
• TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually, with negative TB test or chest x-ray as applicable.
• Immunizations or proof of immunity required for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30).
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (with accommodations for religious exemptions or failed tests).
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start and renewed annually.

Documentation and Verification

• Must provide full 7 years of work history with no gaps, including city and state of employment.
• Employment verification required for up to 7 years; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• Two professional references within the last 3 years required.
• Primary source license verification within 30 days of start.
• Official transcripts or diplomas may be required if education verification is unsuccessful.
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents including job description, standards of business conduct, vendor training, code of conduct, overpayment refund policy, and regulatory orientation prior to start.
• Completion of a conditional offer of employment attestation is required before starting.

Additional Notes

• Candidates requesting religious exemptions for vaccines or facial hair must complete specific exemption forms and obtain approval.
• Candidates with positive TB history must provide a negative chest x-ray within 1 year of start.
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and training requirements.

This position offers a structured day shift schedule with no weekends or on-call duties, suitable for Speech Pathologists seeking a travel contract in inpatient rehabilitation.