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Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist
San Jose, California
National Home Health Services

$2,489-2,768/week

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Job Opportunity: SLP Home Health (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Jose, California

Position Overview

Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Speech-Language Pathologist - SLP)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)
Coverage Areas: Multiple counties including Alameda, San Joaquin/Stanilaus, Santa Clara, Sonoma, and Marin Counties (territory discussed during interview; may include surrounding counties)
Patient Focus: Home Health, Wound Care, Geriatric Home Health Patients
Visits: Minimum 23-24 visits per week required to qualify for a 40-hour guarantee
Average patients per day not emphasized; focus is on quality patient care

Experience & Requirements

Specialty Experience: Minimum 2 years overall clinical experience with at least 1 year in Home Health
Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers are accepted
Weekend Requirement: No weekends required
On-Call: Not required (discretionary but not mandatory)
Locals Accepted: Yes, within a 50-mile radius
Licensure: Must have valid state license in hand at time of submission (no pending licenses accepted)
Certifications Required:
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- State License
Dress Code: Any color scrubs, closed-toe shoes
Charting System: Kinnser/Wellsky; all charting must be completed onsite (no remote charting allowed)
Mileage Reimbursement: IRS standard from first patient to last patient (not to/from home)
Parking: Free residential parking available

Compliance & Documentation

All required documents must be completed and approved before starting patient care (compliance process may take 2-3 weeks)
Required Documents Include (but not limited to):
- Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID)
- Emergency Contact Form
- Background Checks (within 1 year, including SS Trace, County searches, Nationwide Sex Offender)
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS as applicable
- State License Verification
- Competency Exams as applicable
- Auto Insurance Card
- Physical Exam (within 6 months, signed by MD/DO, free of communicable diseases)
- Immunizations and Titers: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, TB test or Chest X-Ray, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
- Drug Testing: 9 Panel Drug Screen within 1 year
- Seasonal Vaccinations: COVID vaccine or approved exemption, Flu vaccine or declination form during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)

Additional Information

Contract Length: 4-6 months per contract; less experienced clinicians must commit to 6 months (non-negotiable)
Qualities Valued in Clinicians:
- Patient care focused
- Punctual and reliable
- Self-starter
- Efficient and thorough with charting (tablet provided for charting)

This opportunity is ideal for SLPs with home health experience seeking a travel contract in California with a supportive environment focused on patient care and work-life balance.

About San Jose, CA

As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in San Jose, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in San Jose is higher than the national average, especially when it comes to housing.
Wages are relatively high to match the cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 80-85°F, and in winter, average lows are around 45-50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available, but they may be a bit more challenging to find due to high demand.

Transportation

San Jose is car-friendly, but traffic congestion can be an issue.
Public transportation options include buses, light rail, and Caltrain for travel within the city and to neighboring areas.

Demographics

San Jose is a diverse city with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen count.
There is a large population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.

Things to Do

San Jose offers a variety of restaurants, especially with diverse cuisine options.
There is a thriving art and music scene, as well as opportunities for sports and outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and water sports.

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