Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care in a long-term care setting. Location: Claremont, New Hampshire, United States. Start date: December 1, 2026. Assignment duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,496–$2,578 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30. This travel temporary assignment takes place in a long-term care (LTC) nursing home environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,496–$2,578 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 12/01/2026
- Setting: Long-term care (LTC) – Nursing Home

Responsibilities
- Assess residents for speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders; develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
- Provide dysphagia management and therapy, including swallowing assessments and compensatory strategies as appropriate
- Deliver individual and group therapy sessions tailored to the needs of older adults in a LTC setting
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, therapy, dietitian, social work) to optimize communication, nutrition, and overall resident care
- Document evaluations, goals, treatment plans, and progress notes; contribute to discharge planning and family education
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, facility policies, and documentation requirements

Requirements
- Active state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- 1+ year of clinical Speech-Language Pathology experience preferred
- Ability to work effectively in a long-term care setting and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- Eligibility to work in the United States and ability to travel to the assignment location

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- 13-week assignment with potential extension opportunities
- Consistent weekly pay with a clearly defined range
- Orientation and onboarding support to acclimate to the facility and role
- Access to assignment resources and guidance on compliance requirements

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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.

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