A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
Job Description & Requirements Speech & Language Pathologist•Acute•(SLP)
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$2736.00•$2819.00 Travel SLP Acute jobs in La Jolla, CA are available for an ASAP start with a 13-week contract. You will work 10-hour day shifts from 8am to 6:30pm, totaling 40 hours per week, and may float to other sites if needed for coverage. You must have an active California SLP license, CCC-SLP, and BLS certification at the time of submission. Required skills include performing swallow evaluations such as MBSE exams, working in ICU settings, and trach experience is preferable. Must have 1 year of recent Traveler experience Your responsibilities include conducting comprehensive swallow evaluations, providing speech-language pathology services in acute care and ICU settings, and documenting patient progress. You may be asked to float to other units based on patient care needs 1. La Jolla, CA offers stunning coastal views, upscale dining, and a vibrant arts scene, making it a desirable location for travel healthcare professionals. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, exclusive discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 support. Apply now to join this SLP Acute assignment in La Jolla, CA. Required Qualifications Speech/Language Pathologist, Acute SLP-CA Facility Location This famous, celebrity-studded upscale neighborhood offers the best of San Diego—a cool, comfortable Mediterranean climate, surfing, swimming, and a multitude of watersports. Here you'll also find world-class shopping and dining, European-style luxury resorts, and easy access to downtown San Diego's sporting and cultural events. Job Benefits Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Competitive Housing Deal Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. speech language pathologist, speech language pathology, speech therapist, SLP, speech and language therapy, speech therapy, allied, allied health, acute speech language pathologist, acute SLP, acute speech therapist
