Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Santa Cruz, California.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Speech-Language Pathologist Outpatient provides speech-language pathology services across inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings. The role supports patients with stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injuries, cardiac rehabilitation needs, orthopedic conditions, and other physical disabilities.

Responsibilities include assessing and treating swallowing, cognition, and communication needs within a collaborative rehabilitation environment.

Job Details Schedule: Day shifts are 8 hours, with start times varying around 6:30 a.m.; minimum 40 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Valid professional licensure required for submission Minimum 2 years of acute care experience Experience with orthopedic, neurological, and cardiac rehabilitation patients Ability to perform bedside swallow evaluations and cognitive assessments Preferred Qualifications: 35 years of professional experience Experience with modified barium swallow studies Intensive care unit experience Experience in outpatient or home health settings Experience treating patients with physical disabilities Spanish-language proficiency Float: Float rotation may be required.

Additional Information: Weekend coverage is scheduled every other weekend, with two weekend days required during a four-week schedule. Holiday coverage may be assigned based on operational needs. Patient populations may include spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury, stroke, cardiac rehabilitation, orthopedic conditions, and other rehabilitation diagnoses. Orientation includes one day of general orientation followed by two to three days of unit-specific orientation. Pediatric experience is not required for the assignment.

Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits Cross Country Allied Job ID 1348866. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: SP - SLP OP Speech Language Pathologist Outpatient. About Cross Country Allied You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits 401k retirement plan Referral bonus