Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

Join our team as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist supporting a skilled nursing facility in Ashland, VA. You will evaluate and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and document progress to support patient outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to provide skilled SLP services in a long-term care environment while experiencing a new community. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master‘s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
• Active Virginia state SLP license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience providing SLP services in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
• Experience with dysphagia management and instrumental assessments (e.g., FEES or MBS) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electronic medical records and documentation for skilled nursing facilities.
• Prior travel or contract SLP experience preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 0800-1630.
• Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
• Dress code includes a light grey scrub top with matching scrub bottoms or black slacks.

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

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We offer a comprehensive benefits package beginning your first day. Benefits may include medical coverage, 401k matching, paid housing options, travel and license reimbursement, referral bonuses, and around-the-clock recruiter support.

Impacting Patient Care

Your work will support improved communication and swallowing outcomes for residents in a skilled nursing setting. Clinical responsibilities include assessment, individualized treatment planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and outcome-driven documentation. You will contribute to care continuity and quality for a medically complex population.

Location Highlights

Ashland is a historic town north of Richmond with easy access to outdoor and cultural attractions. The town is adjacent to Richmond, approximately a 20-minute drive to the state capital, and within 30 minutes of the James River for kayaking and riverside trails. Ashland is home to the historic downtown district and is served by an Amtrak station on the Northeast Regional line, providing regional transit options and convenient connections to larger cities.

EEO Statement

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. Diversity and inclusion are supported.