Travel Speech Language Pathologist Long Term Care Job

Overview
Speech Language Pathologist | Long Term Care specialty | Kent, Washington, United States
Travel - temporary assignment starting 08/03/2026 for 14 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,756-$2,815 per week. Guaranteed hours: 40 per week. Shift: 8 hours. Work in a hospital setting as a travel clinician providing a full range of SLP services.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $2,756-$2,815 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 14 weeks
- Shift: 8 hours
- Start date: 08/03/2026
- Setting: hospital-type travel assignment

Responsibilities
- Conduct evaluations and establish a Plan of Care for speech-language goals; assess home environment and equipment needs as appropriate
- Identify functional speech defects and develop a care plan to improve patient function
- Administer speech therapy programs using specialized techniques and equipment
- Recommend communication devices and aids as indicated
- Coordinate with referring physician and other staff to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive care Plan of Care
- Document patient progress and determine ongoing need for treatment; provide patient and family education; refer to additional services as appropriate
- May supervise home health aide tasks related to the Plan of Care; participate in case conferences and other required meetings

Requirements
- Education: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program meeting ASHA requirements
- Certification/ Licensure: Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology from ASHA or CCC eligible; current state license as applicable
- CPR certification: Required
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of clinical Speech-Language Pathology experience; home care environment experience preferred
- Licensure/Skills: Active state license as applicable; ability to work in a hospital setting
- Other: Valid driver's license with reliable transportation and auto insurance

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support
- Travel-friendly scheduling and onboarding processes

Find more opportunities
If this opportunity isn't the right fit, explore other SLP travel openings at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting We offer a range of travel assignments across locations and settings; consider additional SLP roles that match your skills and preferences.

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.
About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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