Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Overview
Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care, located in Laconia, New Hampshire, starting 11/02/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment. Weekly pay ranges from $2,140 to $2,268, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shift is days, 08:00–16:30, five days per week. Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (acute care focus). This is a travel - temporary assignment supported by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,140 – $2,268 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 08:00–16:30, five days per week
- Start date: 11/02/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations and provide ongoing therapy for patients in the skilled nursing setting, addressing communication and swallowing disorders.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; document progress in the patient record.
- Perform bedside swallow evaluations, manage dysphagia, and screen for aspiration risk; coordinate with nursing staff and dietitians.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support discharge planning and patient goals; communicate with families as appropriate.
- Monitor patient response to therapy, adjust goals and frequency as needed, and prepare progress notes and reports.

Requirements
- Active NH state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist or eligibility to obtain licensure
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- 1+ year of experience in speech-language pathology is preferred, with exposure to acute care or skilled nursing settings recommended
- Ability to work a 35-hour week in a day shift (08:00–16:30) and adapt to facility guidelines
- Proficiency with documentation in an electronic medical record and clinical charting
- Willingness to participate in a travel assignment and travel to the assignment location

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 travel support and assistance for travelers
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance to facilitate start
- Access to a network of travel opportunities through Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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PAY DISCLAIMER RULE
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

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