Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $1,816 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Richmond, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist with 2+ years of hospital setting experience for a 13-week travel contract in an inpatient rehab unit in Richmond, VA.

Details

• Inpatient rehab unit within a Joint Commission Stroke Certified hospital in Richmond, VA
• 44-bed unit with a patient ratio of approximately 8-9:1
• Unit staffing includes 10 OT/PT teams, 3 speech therapists, and 1 tech
• Performs swallowing and language procedures, including evaluations using VitalStim, AmpCare, MBSS with TIMS, and FEES
• Documents using Meditech Expanse
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts between 7:30am–5:00pm, with rotating weekends
• May float to the acute hospital when rehab census is low or on weekends
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of hospital and inpatient rehab experience
• Active SLP license (license required if applicable)
• Experience with stroke evaluation and treatment
• Active experience within the last 6 months in the role
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two references required if licensed in Florida or Missouri)

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include swallowing and language evaluations and treatment
• Expected to follow AIDET communication standards and immediate service recovery practices
• Preferred dress code is black scrub bottoms with a royal blue top
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-687319. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Speech Language Pathologist

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 on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.