Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist and use your skills where they are needed most. You will help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while working in an acute care hospital setting in Cumming, GA. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Active Georgia SLP license required to start the assignment.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• Minimum of 15–18 months of recent acute care SLP experience preferred by client; prior acute care experience desirable.
• Experience supporting a wide variety of medical and surgical diagnoses, including ICU, stroke/neurological, dysphagia, respiratory compromise, and cognitive disorders.
• MBS/FEES proficiency is a plus but not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior acute care hospital experience supporting patients throughout the hospital.
• Proficiency in dysphagia evaluation and intervention, including instrumental assessments if available.

Assignment Details

• Schedule generally 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (varies).
• 5 shifts per week, 8-hour shifts.
• Must be willing to support acute care patients across hospital units, including ICU and medical/surgical floors.
• NOW ACCEPTING LOCALS & TRAVEL FOR THIS POSITION ONLY!

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We value your time and professionalism. Benefits begin your first day and support your travel assignment.

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

Impacting Patient Care

Provide evidence-based SLP services in an acute care environment. Support physician-ordered evaluations and interventions for communication and swallowing disorders. Contribute to multidisciplinary care for medically complex patients and aid in improving functional outcomes and discharge planning.

Location Highlights

Cumming, GA offers easy access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions. It is approximately 40 miles north of downtown Atlanta and within a 30–45 minute drive of Lake Lanier for boating and waterfront activities. The area is a short drive to Sawnee Mountain Preserve, featuring hiking trails and scenic overlooks, and is near the North Georgia mountains for weekend hiking and state parks. Transit access to Atlanta’s cultural districts is available via major highways, offering museums, dining, and live music within commuting distance.

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.