Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,347 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits & 401k

24/7 recruiter

Referral bonuses

Housing paid

Travel & license reimbursement

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners seeks a travel Speech Language Pathologist to join our team in Wilkes-Barre, PA. This 6-month assignment offers 40 hours per week, typical 8-hour shifts, and the chance to work with multidisciplinary colleagues while exploring a new area.

Requirements include a Master's in SLP, CFY, ASHA CCC, PA license, BLS, and at least one year of experience, with MBSS competency essential. Travel benefits include paid housing, medical benefits, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• CFY completed and current ASHA CCC
• Active PA state license required to start assignment
• BLS certification may be required
• 1+ year recent experience
• PA licensure as Speech Therapist required
• ASHA CCC required
• MBSS competency required

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language pathology services to patients.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during travel assignment.

Skills

MBSS competency

BLS certification

Independent practice

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CFY completed

ASHA CCC

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 24 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where they’re needed most. You’ll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring a new part of the country.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program
• Completed CFY and current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
• 1+ year recent experience required
• Must be licensed in PA as a Speech Therapist
• ASHA certificate of clinical competency required
• Must have independent with MBSS (Modified Barium Swallow Studies)

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Every other weekend required
• Every other holiday required
• Assignment Length: 6 months

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Traveling SLP and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

Location Highlights

Wilkes-Barre offers access to the Susquehanna River and the River Common, a downtown green space with walking paths and seasonal events. Mohegan Pennsylvania is about 15 minutes from central Wilkes-Barre, and Seven Tubs Nature Area is about 10 minutes away for hiking and waterfall views. The city is about 30 minutes from Ricketts Glen State Park, known for its waterfall trails, and Interstate 81 provides regional access through northeastern Pennsylvania. Public transit is available through Luzerne County Transportation Authority buses, and the area offers a mix of urban amenities and nearby mountain recreation in the Wyoming Valley.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #459754. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare family of companies.