Job Openings Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

About the job Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Acute Care / NICU Support

San Bernardino, California
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (March 4, 2026 – June 3, 2026)
Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,169.75
Schedule: Day Shift | 5x8 Hours (8:00 AM Start)

Position Overview

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for an assignment at St. Bernardine Medical Center.

This role primarily focuses on adult inpatient acute care, with additional exposure to NICU feeding cases, offering a diverse and clinically rich experience.

Facility Information

  • Facility: St. Bernardine Medical Center
  • Location: San Bernardino, CA
  • Setting: Acute Care Hospital
  • Department: Speech Therapy
  • Charting System: Cerner

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform speech, language, and swallowing evaluations
  • Conduct Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS)
  • Provide treatment for dysphagia and communication disorders
  • Work with adult acute care patients
  • Support NICU patients with feeding/swallowing needs
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation

Clinical Highlights

  • Patient Load: 9–10 patients/day
  • Mixed Caseload: Adult Acute + NICU feeding
  • Strong exposure to swallow studies & critical care cases

Required Qualifications

Active California SLP License
BLS Certification (AHA required)
Experience in Modified Video Swallow Studies (MBSS) – REQUIRED
Acute care experience preferred

Scheduling & Assignment Details

  • Schedule: 5x8 Day Shifts
  • Start Time: 8:00 AM
  • Weekend: 1 weekend/month
  • Hours: 40 hours/week

Additional Requirements

  • COVID Vaccine required
  • Crisis protocol compliance required
  • Dress Code: Burgundy polo + dark pants

Why Consider This Assignment

Strong pay for CA SLP ($2.1K/week)
Mix of acute care + NICU experience
Opportunity to build advanced swallowing skills
Work in a well-established hospital setting