Travel Contract

Travel Home Health Speech Language Pathologist
Bakersfield, CA
Preferred Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs

$2,252/week

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Home Health

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,252/week

Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • 401k retirement plan

Description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health

SLP Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Speech-Language Pathologist with Home Health experience to work at an excellent healthcare facility in Bakersfield, California. This is a fantastic opportunity to build upon your speech-language pathology skills while advancing your SLP career. The job will entail providing speech therapy and rehabilitation services to patients at the facility. You care about people and are committed to helping each patient make progress towards achieving the optimal outcome, given the circumstances of each case.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
  • Recognize indications and contradictions to treatment, modify treatment programs, and be familiar with normal and abnormal patient responses.
  • Instruct patient/family as needed, adapt conventional speech therapy techniques to meet the needs of the patients.
  • Document concisely, accurately, and legibly all appropriate charting and paperwork.
  • Follow ASHA guidelines for ethical and high-quality job performance.

Job Requirements:

  • Active state license as a speech-language pathologist
  • Current BLS/CPR certification
  • 6 months of SLP experience within the last 5 years

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay package
  • Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching
  • Retirement planning and savings options
  • Continuing Education reimbursement
  • Ability to make an impact in the communities we serve

#featured opportunity

Preferred Healthcare is a well-established and highly reputable staffing agency that specializes in placing therapy and allied health professionals in positions carefully aligned with their skills and career goals. We pride ourselves on honesty, building lasting relationships, and genuinely taking care of our HCPs. We believe this helps to achieve our mutual goal: better patient care. Awarded Best of Staffing (6 years straight!) and Certified by The Joint Commission. For immediate consideration, please call or apply to this job.

Preferred Healthcare Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as designated by federal, state, or local law.

Preferred Healthcare Staffing Job ID #355944. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Preferred Healthcare Staffing

5.0rating(2 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Preferred Healthcare Staffing

5.0rating

Pros

Amazing recruiter! Makes sure to get you the best rate!

Cons

None

Recommends working with Preferred Healthcare Staffing

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“We care for you, so you can care for others”When you decide to join Preferred, you get a partner working tirelessly by your side to ensure all your needs are met. From the outset and throughout your tenure with us, you’ll receive personalized service and be treated with kindness and respect. This exclusive treatment is what distinguishes us from the rest. Don’t just take our word for it, Preferred has won ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing in both Client and Talent Satisfaction for eight straight years, earning us the coveted diamond award in each category. Experience the Preferred touch today! 
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About Bakersfield, CA

As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Bakersfield, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Bakersfield's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 95°F, and winter average lows are around 39°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are easy to find in Bakersfield, with many options available for furnished housing.
Transportation
  • Bakersfield is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles.
  • Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Bakersfield has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Bakersfield offers a variety of restaurants featuring local and international cuisines.
  • The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
  • Sports enthusiasts can partake in local events and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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