Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

About the role

You’ll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring a new part of the country.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care
• Document patient progress and communicate with referring physicians

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program
• Completed CFY and current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARCC
• CURRENT Speech Language Pathologist licensure or certification upon hire

Qualifications

• Experience working with patients of varying ages and abilities
• Strong clinical skills and ability to work independently
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Skills

• Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency in using speech-language pathology software

Benefits

• Weekly, On-Time Pay
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

No call, weekends, or holidays required

Location Highlights

• Douglasville, Georgia offers convenient access to both outdoor recreation and metro Atlanta amenities.
• Sweetwater Creek State Park is about 20 miles east and features wooded trails and reservoir views, while downtown Atlanta is roughly 22 miles away for major sports venues and entertainment districts.
• Aroop Place Mall provides shopping and dining within the city, and the Douglas County Film Trail highlights local sites tied to Georgia's film industry.
• The area suits clinicians seeking a suburban setting with quick access to Interstate 20 and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, which is about 30 miles away.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.