Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Overview Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care (Travel) — Tuba City, Arizona — 13-week assignment starting 11/16/2026 in a surgery center setting. Guaranteed 36 hours per week with a pay range of $2,411 to $2,525 per week. Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. This position is a travel, temporary assignment. Key Highlights Weekly pay: $2,411–$2,525 per week Guaranteed hours: 36 per week Contract duration: 13 weeks Shift: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (5x8 days) Start date: 11/16/2026 Setting: Surgery center travel assignment Orientation: Every 2 weeks Housing: Housing assistance with a housing application due two weeks prior to start Responsibilities Provide medically based speech-language pathology services to inpatient and outpatient populations, assessing and treating patients across the age span from birth to geriatric Interpret evaluations and test results; develop treatment plans with physician referral or in consultation with physicians; set realistic goals based on patient abilities and diagnoses Administer specialized therapies, including swallowing assessments (VFSS/MBS), FEES, cognitive interventions, voice therapy, pediatric feeding, and pediatric speech-language therapy; coordinate specialty clinics as needed Document assessment results, treatment progress, and termination of services in the electronic health record; ensure clear communication with patients, families, and the care team Instruct patients, families, and staff on therapeutic procedures and home programs to promote carryover; collaborate with the Physical Rehabilitation team and other health professionals Support ongoing quality improvement, safety initiatives, and credentialing processes; provide training and in-services for students and staff Requirements Education: Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program Licensure/Certification: ASHA CCC-SLP; valid, current SLP license (Arizona or any U.S. state); Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Experience: Minimum 2 years of licensed SLP experience; pediatric (birth–5 years) and adult experience including dysphagia and neuro disorders Credentials: Must be eligible for Medical Staff credentialing; not accepting SLPA applicants Practical requirements: Ability to work in inpatient and outpatient settings within a surgery center environment; ability to travel/relocate for assignment as needed Benefits and Support Housing assistance available; housing application required two weeks prior to start Competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours as stated for the assignment Credentialing and onboarding support throughout the assignment Ongoing recruiter and travel support to address needs during the assignment

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