Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Travel Speech Language Pathologist opportunity in North Adams, Massachusetts with Healthforce Healthcare LLC. 17-week assignment starting 09/14/2026 in a long-term care setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing assessments for residents in the LTC setting
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans, monitor progress, and adjust goals as needed
• Deliver direct speech-language pathology services, document treatment notes, and maintain accurate records in the charting system
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, rehabilitation, social work, and medical staff) to optimize patient outcomes
• Screen for and manage swallowing disorders; provide dysphagia strategies and educate residents, families, and caregivers
• Support discharge planning and transitions of care, communicating changes in status and contributing to care conferences

Requirements

• Active Speech-Language Pathologist license in the appropriate state or eligibility for licensure by endorsement
• Current, valid credentials to practice as an SLP
• Ability to work in a long-term care setting and follow a structured 40-hour weekly schedule
• Strong documentation, communication, and teamwork skills
• Willingness to participate in a 17-week travel assignment and adhere to shift hours (08:00–16:30)

Pay

Weekly pay ranges from $2,517 to $2,718.

Schedule

• 17-week assignment with guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Guaranteed hours
• Housing assistance
• Extension opportunities
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Nationwide assignments
• Referral bonus up to $1,000
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States. We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings.