Speech Language Pathologist – Adult Inpatient/Outpatient Rehab
Pomona, CA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Speech Language Pathologist

Location: Pomona, California
Facility: Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center MSP

Position Details

• Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Department: Rehab Services
• Role:

  • Inpatient and outpatient Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for adult patients (18 and over)
  • Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, or swallow deficits
  • Develop treatment plans and provide follow-up care
• Shifts: Up to 5 shifts per week
• Shift Hours: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
• Weekends/On-call: Yes, may include weekends for inpatient care
• Dress Code: Business casual or scrubs with white lab coat

Qualifications

• Licensure: Valid Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) license
• Education:

  • Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Required: Master’s degree or equivalent postgraduate degree for SLP licensure
• Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years adult inpatient acute care and/or 2 years outpatient adult experience
• Preferred Skills:

  • Acute hospital experience
  • Adult swallow evaluations and treatment
  • Cognitive evaluation and treatments
  • Trach/Vent experience
  • Outpatient speech/swallow evaluation and treatment of neurologic conditions

Certifications & Competencies Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA only
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – AHA only (if applicable)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (e.g., PALS, NRP, CCRN)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam – Annual completion with minimum 80% score
• Competency Exam – Annual completion with minimum 80% score

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Within 12 months prior to start, cleared to work without restrictions
• Fit Mask Test: Required prior to start with approved mask models; onsite testing may be available
• Immunizations & Titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years) or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella immune titers or vaccination records
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series, titer, or declination
  • Varicella immune titer or vaccination records
  • Hepatitis C titer
  • Seasonal Flu and COVID-19 vaccination or facility-specific declination forms
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; annual renewal required for travel/per diem

Background & Compliance

• Background Check: Must cover last 7 years, including social security address check (15 years), national criminal search, sex offender search, education verification, and international searches if applicable
• Employment Application: Complete 15+ years of work history with locations and explanations for gaps
• References: Two professional references required, including one from most recent experience
• State and Federal Checks: EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days prior to start

Facility Specific Requirements

• Orientation Packet Acknowledgment: Must be reviewed and signed prior to start
• Facility Policies: Including fingernail hygiene, timekeeping, float policy (if applicable), privacy and security, parking regulations, and drug diversion module
• Photo for Badge: Passport-like photo on plain blue background required within 72 hours of signing
• Modules: Completion of assigned clinical modules via WorkRamp platform prior to start with passing score above 80%
• System Access Request Form: Must be completed within 24 hours of signing and updated annually
• COVID-19 Exposure Questionnaire: Must be signed prior to start

Summary

This travel/contract Speech Language Pathologist position at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center involves inpatient and outpatient care for adult patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. Candidates must have a valid SLP license, relevant experience, and meet comprehensive health, safety, and compliance requirements. The role requires flexibility for weekend and holiday shifts and adherence to facility-specific policies and training.