Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Overview
Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care, travel assignment in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. This 16-week position commences on 09/21/2026 with guaranteed hours and a 5x8 day shift (08:00-16:30) in a skilled nursing facility setting. Weekly pay ranges from $2,590 to $2,713, with 35 guaranteed hours per week. This assignment offers on-site clinical responsibilities in an acute care-focused SNF environment, working with a multidisciplinary team to support residents' communication and swallowing needs.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,590 - $2,713 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
- Contract duration: 16 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days (08:00-16:30)
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders for residents.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with each patient's goals and medical status.
- Provide direct therapy for communication and swallowing disorders; modify therapy plans based on progress and tolerance.
- Screen and treat dysphagia; collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, appropriate diet textures and recommended compensatory strategies.
- Document evaluation findings, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the patient record; ensure compliance with privacy and facility policies.
- Educate residents, families, and care teams about therapy goals, progress, and strategies to support communication and safe swallowing.

Requirements
- Active speech-language pathology license in Massachusetts
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Certification standards: ASHA-CCC-SLP preferred (or equivalent per state requirements)
- Experience in acute care or skilled nursing settings is preferred
- Ability to work on-site in Great Barrington, MA and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Travel coordination and scheduling support
- Access to assignment-related resources and contact channels

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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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