Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Overview
Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care, Boston, Massachusetts, United States. This is a travel assignment starting 12/14/2026 for 26 weeks with guaranteed 40 hours per week and a daily schedule of 8 hours. Weekly pay ranges from $2,647 to $2,820 per week, with shifts typically daytime, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The position involves pediatric feeding and swallowing across inpatient and outpatient pediatric care environments in an acute care setting. You will be supervised by the Pediatric SLP Section Leader and complete department onboarding and competency sign-off upon start.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,647–$2,820 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
- Contract duration: 26 weeks
- Shift: 8 hours per day, Days, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm
- Start date: 12/14/2026
- Assignment setting: pediatric acute care environment with inpatient and outpatient care
- Local vs travel pay policy: local residents within 50 miles will be paid at the local rate, which is $10 less than the posted rate
- Onboarding commitments: required department training and competency sign-off (Pedi SLP)

Responsibilities
- Perform pediatric feeding and swallowing assessments, including clinical bedside swallow evaluations and, when appropriate, MBS.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients with feeding and swallowing disorders.
- Document evaluations, treatment progress, and outcomes in the EMR (EPIC) and ensure adherence to SLP department standards.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and team meetings; coordinate with nursing, physicians, and family to plan care.
- Provide education and counseling to families and caregivers on feeding strategies, safety, and home-program implementation.
- Transition patients between inpatient and outpatient care as needed and participate in program-wide care planning.
- Complete required SLP department onboarding, training, and competency sign-off (e.g., BMC Pedi SLP Competencies) and maintain adherence to department standards for patient care and documentation.

Requirements
- Active MA State Licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist
- ASHA Certification (Certificate of Clinical Competence)
- Current CPR Certification
- Minimum 3 years pediatric feeding and swallowing experience
- Experience across NICU, Pediatric Inpatient Floor, Pediatric Intensive Care, trach and vent management, outpatient clinical feeding evaluations; EPIC experience
- Ability to work across inpatient and outpatient pediatric care environments
- Availability to attend all team meetings during scheduled hours
- Additional competency in SLP department training and adherence to clinical standards

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment onboarding and department training with competency sign-off
- Ongoing clinical collaboration and supervision by the Pedi SLP Section Leader
- Guaranteed hours during the assignment
- Travel assignment support and liaison from a dedicated travel team
- Access to continuous professional support and resources throughout the assignment
- Potential extension opportunities based on performance and department needs
- Structured pay with clear weekly rate and predictable scheduling

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PAY DISCLAIMER
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.