Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,510 per week

Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist • Discipline: Therapy • Start Date: 10/26/2026 • Duration: 13 weeks

About the role

American Traveler seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist with CCC-SLP certification and 2+ years of experience for a 13-week inpatient acute care assignment in Evergreen Park, Illinois. This position offers a Monday through Friday schedule with 8-hour day shifts and 40 guaranteed hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients to restore or develop swallowing, speech, and communication functions
• Administer and evaluate standardized speech/language tests and conduct swallowing evaluations
• Develop treatment plans and monitor patient progress
• Manage an average caseload of 10-14 patients per day, with 6-8 visits per day
• Perform VFSS swallow studies (MBSImP certification a plus, though not required)
• Complete 12 hours of non-billable orientation
• Document using EPIC EMR

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
• Current BLS certification (AHA)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Speech-Language Pathology
• Active Illinois license or confirmation that application process has been initiated
• Must pass a negative drug screen (facility is a Drug-Free Campus)
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and computer skills (proficiency with Microsoft software)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Details

• Inpatient acute care hospital setting
• 100% adult patient population with no pediatric caseload
• FEES not used at this facility
• Local candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a local rate
• No radius rule restricting eligibility for this position
• COVID vaccination is not required for this facility

Benefits

• Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
• Generous 401(k) match
• Substantial housing stipends
• 24/7 support and access to in-house clinicians

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. We offer thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, with recruiters dedicated to finding positions that align with your career aspirations and personal requirements.