Speech Language Pathologist
Santa Cruz, CA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location

Santa Cruz, CA | Inpatient / Outpatient

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 8-hour shifts, start times vary between 6:30 AM and later in the day | Every other Saturday or Sunday required (2 weekend days per 4-week schedule); a weekday off is provided during weeks that include a weekend shift | Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language pathology services in an inpatient rehab therapies setting, with potential float to acute rehab and other hospital units
• Perform bedside swallow evaluations for a diverse patient population including spinal cord injuries, TBI, stroke, cardiac rehab, and orthopedic cases
• Conduct cognitive assessments and deliver appropriate therapeutic interventions
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including rehab aides, hospitalists, and therapy staff; manager available 7 days a week
• Participate in holiday coverage via a sign-up sheet to fill scheduling needs
• Complete documentation using Cerner EMR

Required Qualifications

• Active Speech-Language Pathologist license valid in California
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience
• Experience with orthopedic, neurological, and cardiac patient populations
• Ability to perform bedside swallow evaluations and cognitive assessments
• Proficiency or willingness to work with Cerner EMR

Preferred Experience / Skills

• 3–5 years of overall experience preferred
• Experience with modified barium swallow studies
• Background in outpatient or home health settings; experience with physical disabilities
• ICU experience and Spanish-speaking candidates preferred

Why Join Us

• Work within a well-supported rehab team that includes on-site rehab aides, 24/7 respiratory therapy and pharmacy coverage, and a manager accessible 7 days a week
• Gain exposure to a broad and clinically rich patient mix including spinal cord injuries, TBI, stroke, cardiac rehab, and orthopedic cases in an acute hospital environment