Description

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

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/07/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) specializing in inpatient care is sought in Apple Valley, California. This position involves assessing and treating adult patients with various communication and swallowing disorders, including those related to cerebrovascular accidents (stroke) and dysphagia. Candidates are required to possess a valid California state license and bring their license on the first day. The role offers a hybrid schedule with a focus on inpatient and outpatient settings.

Job Details:

• Location: Apple Valley, California
• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist (Inpatient)
• Shift Hours: 8 hours per day
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 40 hours
• Start Date: 07/07/2026
• Required Qualifications: California state license, BLS (Basic Life Support), CCC-SLP (Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology), 3 years of experience in acute care, adult outpatient, CVA, and dysphagia.
• Certifications: BLS, CCC-SLP
• Additional Information: Candidates must include RTO (Request for Time Off) at the time of submission and respond to whether they have previously worked at a Providence facility as a permanent employee, on a travel contract, or as registry/per-diem, including locations and dates. An LA fire card obtained within the last 30 days is required. References: two references covering the last 1 year (6 months for CNAs) are required and must be provided during the compliance process.
• Schedule: 8-hour days, 40 hours per week, starting on 07/07/2026.
• Orientation Hours: Not specified.
• Additional Responsibilities: Must be able to independently perform Modified Barium Swallow Studies. Must commit to working 3 of the 5 holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, New Years Day).
• Other Requirements: Must include responses to specified questions in the application; local radius is 50 miles, considering local rate; candidates must disclose license and background check results upfront; no open license hits will be approved.

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 #1272498. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: SP - SLP IP Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient.

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus