Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • San Diego, California
  • Full Time

Join our team as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in San Diego, CA, working in a skilled nursing facility. You will provide assessment and treatment for communication and swallowing disorders while supporting patient-centered care. A recruiter will reach out with more details upon application.

Minimum Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
  • Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
  • Active California SLP License required to start the assignment.
  • BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required by the facility.
  • Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
  • Experience with dysphagia management, modified barium swallow (MBS) interpretation, and feeding recommendations preferred.
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records and interdisciplinary documentation preferred.

Assignment Details

  • Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.

Location Highlights

San Diego offers a coastal, active lifestyle with many outdoor and cultural attractions. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are located within the city and offer museums and world-class animal exhibits within a short drive. The downtown Embarcadero waterfront and USS Midway Museum provide urban waterfront access and historic attractions within minutes of central neighborhoods. La Jolla Cove and Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve are coastal destinations about 1520 minutes north by car, offering sea cliffs, tide pools, and hiking along the Pacific coastline. Multiple regional transit options include the San Diego Trolley and extensive bus services, enabling access to Mission Bay, Coronado Island via ferry or short drive, and nearby hiking in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and Cleveland National Forest within one to two hours. The area suits clinicians seeking an active, coastal, and urban lifestyle.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We offer a comprehensive benefits package beginning the first day of eligibility. Benefits include medical coverage options, 401k matching plans, weekly pay, recruiter support 24/7, referral bonuses, paid housing availability, and travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Accept this travel SLP assignment to gain clinical experience in skilled nursing, maintain professional mobility, and contribute to patient recovery across diverse settings. Opportunities for direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts are available through our staffing programs.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants.

Job ID: 515552921
Originally Posted on: 3/31/2026

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