Location: Oakland, CA

Start Date: 02-09-2026

End Date: 05-09-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $63 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing function with thoughtful, evidence-based approaches
• Design and implement individualized treatment plans that help patients meet meaningful communication goals
• Document patient progress accurately and efficiently in the medical record to support continuity of care
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members, families, and caregivers to coordinate care and maximize outcomes
• Provide patient and family education to empower communication strategies across settings
• Manage a caseload with professionalism, prioritizing safety, quality, and compassionate care

Qualifications

• State license as a Speech Language Pathologist (required)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred
• Clinical experience working with pediatric and/or adult populations is a plus
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire
• Reliable documentation and time-management skills, with experience using electronic health records considered a plus

Education

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related graduate degree (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Skill in standardized and informal assessment tools for speech, language, cognition, and swallowing
• Knowledge of evidence-based treatment approaches and augmentative/alternative communication options
• Strong interpersonal skills for family education and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Ability to individualize therapy plans and modify approaches based on patient response
• Comfortable with clinical documentation, insurance requirements, and care coordination

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused on patient care
• Supportive team environment where your clinical voice matters
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep credentials current
• Travel coordination support and help with temporary housing logistics
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
• Referral program so your network can benefit when you recommend great clinicians
• A mission-driven workplace where your therapy makes a measurable difference

Travel Perks: Explore Oakland, CA

Explore Oakland's vibrant neighborhoods, from foodie adventures in Jack London Square to serene strolls around Lake Merritt. Hike the trails of Redwood Regional Park for a quick nature escape, visit the Oakland Museum of California for local culture, or take a short BART ride into San Francisco for world-class dining, museums, and iconic sightseeing. Weekends can include trips to nearby wine country in Napa and Sonoma or beach days along the Bay Area coastline.

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