Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - $2,006 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Kansas City, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where they’re needed most. You’ll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring a new part of the country. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
• Active Missouri state license or ability to obtain an active Missouri state license prior to the start of assignment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in Skilled Nursing Facility settings is preferred.
• Experience evaluating and treating dysphagia, cognitive-communication disorders, and aphasia preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and documentation required. Preferred experience with facility-level EMR systems used in long-term care.

Assignment Details

• Primary Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist.
• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.

Location Highlights

Kansas City, MO offers a mix of urban and cultural attractions within easy reach. The Country Club Plaza is a major shopping and dining district located less than 10 minutes from downtown, and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art sits along the Missouri River about a 5- to 15-minute drive from many central neighborhoods. Kansas City has extensive barbecue and jazz heritage, including the American Jazz Museum in the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District, located approximately 5 miles from downtown. Outdoor recreation includes Swope Park, one of the largest urban parks in the U.S., and nearby waters such as the Missouri River and Lake Jacomo, both within 30–40 minutes for boating and trails. The city supports a commuter lifestyle with two interstate corridors (I-70 and I-35) providing regional access and Kansas City International Airport about 20–30 minutes from central areas.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Traveling SLP and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

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.

Apply Now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #445132. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.