Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Overview
Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care, Middletown, Rhode Island. Travel assignment starting 09/14/2026 for 17 weeks, with weekly pay ranging from $2,236 to $2,376 and guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shift is 5x8 days, with a workday from 08:00 to 16:30. Setting: long-term care and nursing home environment seeking a qualified SLP to support residents in need of evaluation and treatment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,236–$2,376 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 17 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Facility/work setting: long-term care nursing home
- Travel assignment within Rhode Island

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and dysphagia assessments for residents.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve communication, swallowing function, and overall quality of life.
- Perform bedside swallow evaluations, establish safe diet recommendations, and coordinate with dietitians and nurses on feeding plans.
- Provide direct therapy and supervise care activities as clinically appropriate; document progress and adjust plans as needed.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team rounds and discharge planning; communicate findings and recommendations to families and care partners.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and ensure compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements
- Active Speech-Language Pathologist license to practice in Rhode Island or eligibility to obtain licensure.
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Experience in acute care and/or long-term care settings preferred; strong collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work in a nursing home setting, manage a caseload, and adapt therapy to residents with diverse needs.
- Effective communication skills, professional clinical judgment, and ability to document clearly and concisely.
- Eligibility for travel assignments and ability to meet assignment start date and duration.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Access to housing accommodation and relocation resources (where available)
- Credentialing and licensing assistance as part of the onboarding process
- 24/7 support during the assignment
- Competitive weekly pay and predictable schedule

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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