Speech Language Pathologist / SLP

BrightSpring Health Services • Santa Cruz, CA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Rehab Without Walls® is seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist to join our neurorehabilitation team in a flexible, PRN primary therapist role. This opportunity allows you to work closely with a small caseload (approximately 10–20 hours per week; 2–3 clients) and support patients from initial evaluation through discharge, delivering meaningful care where life actually happens. We are looking for a clinician passionate about functional, real-world rehabilitation in homes, schools, workplaces, and community settings. You will go beyond staged environments, supporting clients with everyday activities like cooking in their own kitchen, navigating grocery stores, dining out, enjoying outdoor activities, and returning to work. This role thrives with autonomy while valuing collaboration with a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program
• Valid Speech Language Pathology license in the state(s) of practice
• Current CPR Certification in accordance with state regulations
• A minimum of one year’s work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury preferred
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
• Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods
• Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times
• A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans of patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders
• Regularly re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans, attend staffing meetings and family conferences
• Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources
• Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services and family members
• Communicates with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care and enhance patient outcomes

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Hourly Pay
• In-Person, 1:1 Therapy with the ability to complete documentation and communication from home
• Continuity of Care as the primary therapist from evaluation through discharge
• Team Collaboration & Co-Treat Opportunities
• Drive Time Paid at Your Clinical Rate plus Mileage Reimbursement
• No Weekend Shifts
• Educational Program Access
• Growth & Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level