Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job
Overview
This travel temporary assignment starts on 09/07/2026 and runs for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $2,232 to $2,285, with guaranteed 35 hours per week. Shift is 08:00–16:30. Setting: skilled nursing facility.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive speech, language, voice, and cognitive-communication assessments for patients in an acute care and SNF setting
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans targeting communication and swallowing disorders
- Provide direct therapy services to patients with dysphagia, aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and related conditions; use evidence-based methods
- Document evaluations, progress notes, treatment goals, and outcome measures; ensure compliance with privacy and coding standards
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, physicians, OT/PT, dietitian) to coordinate care, discharge planning, and safety considerations
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies to support communication and safe swallowing; train staff as needed
Requirements
- Active Speech-Language Pathology license in Pennsylvania (or eligibility for PA licensure)
- Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility setting and participate in an interdisciplinary team
- Strong assessment, planning, and documentation skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with patients, families, and colleagues
- Comfort with travel-based assignments and adherence to shift schedules and facility policies
Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Scheduling and payroll support
- Ongoing assignment support throughout the contract
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