Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Northridge, CA at Cynet Health

**Job Title:** Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

**Job Specialty:** Speech Pathology

**Job Duration:** 13 weeks

**Shift:** 8-hour shifts, Sun-Thurs

**Guaranteed Hours:** 40 hours per week

**Experience:** Minimum of 2 years required

**License:** Required to submit

**Certifications:** BLS, Certified Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) via ASHA

**Must-Have:** Experience with bedside swallow studies; video swallowing studies experience is preferred

**Job Description:**

- Work within a speech therapy unit, treating patients in various settings: outpatient (up to 9 patients per day), inpatient (up to 13 patients per day), and rehabilitation (varied patient load).
- Cover assigned areas and potentially float to other areas as needed.
- Participate in 1.5 days of floor-specific orientation and Cerner training if necessary.
- Handle common diagnoses such as stroke, TBI, neuro, trauma, cognitive impairments, and swallowing difficulties.
- Collaborate with rehab aides/OTA/PTA, typically two, assisting in rehabilitation efforts.
- Experience with patients experiencing trauma is preferred.
- Work schedule and weekend requirements may vary.
- Uniform: Maroon polo shirt, dark-colored pants, closed-toed shoes, with a lab coat being optional.
- Candidates with travel and trauma experience are preferred.
- Ability to handle a range of therapies including ortho, post-surgical, neuro, and spinal cord injuries.

Note: Flexibility regarding shifts and areas of coverage is essential
Human Resource will provide specific details about shifts and assignments upon requisition.