Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Overview Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care, Ashland, Virginia, US — starting 06/22/2026 for 13 weeks. Travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility setting with guaranteed 36 hours per week and a weekly pay range of $2,116 to $2,271. The shift runs from 08:00 to 16:30. This is a temporary travel position with responsibilities in assessment, treatment planning, and therapy for adults with communication and swallowing disorders in an acute care–adjacent environment. Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,116–$2,271 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 08:00–16:30 (per Job Notes)
• Start date: 06/22/2026
• Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (travel assignment)

Responsibilities - Conduct comprehensive speech-language pathology assessments for adult patients admitted to the facility and determine diagnoses related to communication and swallowing. - Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans and goals aligned with patient needs and discharge planning. - Provide direct therapy services and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress and interdisciplinary team input. - Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in a timely, compliant manner. - Educate patients and families about communication strategies, swallowing safety, and ongoing care needs; collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, and social work teams to support patient outcomes. Requirements - Current Virginia license as a Speech-Language Pathologist or eligibility for licensure

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Experience in acute care or skilled nursing settings preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a skilled nursing facility environment and with

a multidisciplinary team - Strong written and verbal communication skills and accurate clinical documentation Benefits and Support - Dress code: light grey scrub top and matching scrub bottoms or black slacks (as specified in Job Notes)

• Shift hours: 08:00–16:30 (as specified in Job Notes)
• Guaranteed weekly hours: 36 (as specified in Job Notes)
• Contract duration: 13 weeks (as specified in Job Notes)

Find more opportunities Find more opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC: 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. Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

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