Speech Language Pathologist - Full Time

Experienced Speech Language Pathologist

We're looking for an experienced SLP to take on a full-time role with one of our area clients. You'll work with patients to improve communication and swallowing, making a real difference in their daily lives.

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 Michigan State SLP license required to start the position.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating and treating communication and swallowing disorders in adult and geriatric populations.
• Familiarity with documentation, care planning, and interdisciplinary team collaboration in post-acute or SNF environments.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package available for direct hire candidates.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Access to recruiter assistance for onboarding and transition support.
• Potential relocation assistance and sign-on bonus opportunities where applicable.

Schedule and Setting

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• City, State: Traverse City, MI.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0830-1630, standard 5x8 schedule.
• Full-time direct hire opportunity with clinical responsibilities in speech and swallowing care.

Order and Position Notes

• Status: P.
• Start Date: 09/01/2026.
• Meal break: 30 minutes.
• VMS Position Descriptor indicates a salary range of $72,500–$90,000 for the role.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for speech language pathologists including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the perfect job including great pay, awesome benefits, relocation assistance, and even sign-on bonuses, all at no cost to you. Discover your perfect match using ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed just for you.

Location Highlights

Traverse City and the surrounding region provide a balance of outdoor recreation and cultural attractions. The area is known for nearby Lake Michigan beaches, local wineries and tasting rooms along the Old Mission and Leelanau peninsulas, year-round festivals, and accessible parks for hiking and cycling. Downtown Traverse City offers dining, arts, and seasonal events. Clinicians relocating here will find opportunities for boating, skiing within short driving distance, and community cultural offerings.

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.