Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

Travel Speech Language Pathologist Opportunity

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 across inpatient rehabilitation and acute hospital settings in Walterboro, SC. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Active South Carolina state SLP license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) required.
• Experience working in acute hospital settings required.
• Ability to float between inpatient rehabilitation and acute care units as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• FEES certification and demonstrated experience performing FEES preferred.
• Prior acute care and inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 08001630.
• 8-hour shifts with flexible start/stop times as needed.
• Expectation of one weekend per month with option to flex a weekday in lieu of the weekend.
• Caseload: typically 56 rehab patients seen 35x/week plus variable acute care caseload; occasional outpatient modifieds (12 per week).
• Documentation system: Meditech.
• Equipment: FEES available.

Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. Benefits begin on day one where applicable and support your travel assignment.

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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Provide skilled assessment and treatment for patients with communication and swallowing disorders across inpatient rehabilitation and acute care settings. Your work will support stroke care and interdisciplinary rehabilitation efforts. Documentation and procedures will follow facility protocols and use Meditech. Certification and competency in MBSS and FEES will enable independent practice and improved patient outcomes.

Location Highlights

Walterboro sits near the ACE Basin and offers proximity to coastal recreation and historic downtown amenities. The area is approximately 2030 miles from Edisto Island and within an hour's drive of Charleston's historic district and airports. Nearby outdoor options include the ACE Basin National Estuarine Research Reserve for kayaking and birdwatching, and local historic sites such as the Colleton Museum. The region fits a suburban to coastal lifestyle with opportunities for boating, fishing, and short commutes to larger urban centers.

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.