Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,366 per week

American Traveler; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for an inpatient hospital assignment in Mattoon, Illinois. The role focuses on video swallow studies and dysphagia management in an acute care setting.

The position is 40 hours per week with 10-hour day shifts, no weekends, and a 13-week contract starting 10/05/2026. Illinois SLP license and Cerner EMR familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois SLP license required if applicable
• 2+ years of recent experience in Speech-Language Pathology

Responsibilities

• Inpatient hospital setting performing video swallow studies and dysphagia management
• 8-hour day shift, 40 hours per week, no weekends or on-call requirements
• May float within scope to other like units

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Mattoon, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler seeks an inpatient Speech-Language Pathologist with 2+ years of recent experience for a hospital-based acute care role performing video swallow studies and dysphagia management.

Details

• Inpatient setting located in the main hospital
• Performs video swallow studies, bedside swallow evaluations, and dysphagia management
• 8-hour day shift schedule with no weekends or on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active Illinois SLP license required if applicable
• AHA certifications as required for the position
• 2 years of recent experience in the specialty required
• 2 years of setting-specific experience required
• Cerner EMR experience strongly preferred
• 2 professional references from similar experience (1-2 years) required

Additional Information

• May float within scope to other like units
• Candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius of the facility with no exceptions
• RTO must be disclosed at time of consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-744834. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Speech Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

• American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipsts, and more.

Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.