Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Overview
Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care, Middletown, Rhode Island - Start August 3, 2026 for a 13-week travel assignment. Weekly pay range: $1,975-$2,055 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 days (08:00-16:30). Setting: long-term care/nursing home.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $1,975-$2,055 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days (08:00-16:30)
- Start date: August 3, 2026
- Setting: Long-term care / Nursing home

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive speech-language pathology assessments and periodic re-assessments for residents to identify communication and swallowing needs
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals addressing speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing concerns
- Provide direct therapy for residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and dysphagia disorders
- Screen for dysphagia, evaluate swallow function, and recommend safe dietary modifications and compensatory strategies
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, plan admissions and discharges, and support transition of care
- Document progress and maintain timely, accurate records in the electronic medical record; communicate with families and caregivers about strategies and progress

Requirements
- Active licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the United States or eligibility to practice per state requirements
- Ability to work in a long-term care/nursing home environment
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Willingness to work a 5x8 day shift (08:00-16:30) and commit to a 13-week travel assignment
- Compliance with facility policies and patient safety guidelines

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Fast credentialing and onboarding resources
- Nationwide travel assignments
- Extension opportunities
- Referral bonus up to $1,000

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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