Outpatient Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
San Mateo, California
Mills Health Center

Job Opportunity: SLP Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathologist)

Location

• San Mateo, California

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Job Description

• Outpatient pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist position
• Preferred experience working with Autism, developmental delays, fluency, language delays, and voice disorders

Shift Details

• Monday to Friday, 5 days per week
• 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (5x8 hour shifts)
• 40 hours per week

Required Qualifications

• Valid Speech Language Pathologist license in California
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist experience

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and updated annually
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per California law)
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained
• Two professional references required within 3 years for clinical candidates

Certifications and Verifications

• State license verification required within 30 days of start
• Official transcripts/diplomas or attestation of verification attempts may be required
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work and any work restrictions documented
• TB screening: Negative QGold or TSPOT within 90 days of start or 2-step PPD testing; renewed annually
• Immunizations required or proof of immunity for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or signed declination)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Fit mask test required within 1 year of start and renewed annually (specific mask types accepted)
• Respiratory safety clearance required and renewed annually
• Color blindness exam required if applicable (in-person exam only)

Facility-Specific Documents (Must Review/Sign Prior to Start)

• Job description acknowledgment
• Standards of Business Conduct
• General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
• Vendor Training (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
• Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
• Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
• Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
• Request for Religious Accommodation Form (if applicable for facial hair or vaccine exemptions)
• TB Questionnaire signed by candidate and healthcare provider

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Pediatric SLP experience in outpatient settings is preferred but not mandatory
• No pay or billing information included per guidelines

This summary provides the essential information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this pediatric SLP travel contract position in California.