Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Healthforce; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel support

Credentialing guidance

Professional travel network

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for a travel assignment in Ennis, TX. The role is a 13-week, day-shift position in a long-term care/nursing home setting, with 36 guaranteed hours per week and travel support provided.

Start date is 09/21/2026, with ongoing credentialing guidance and onboarding assistance. This assignment includes dedicated recruiter support and access to a network of travel opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current license or eligibility to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the United States (licensure requirements aligned to the assignment location).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a long-term care setting and with an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong documentation, communication, and clinical skills for evaluation, treatment planning, and progress reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations for residents to identify communication and swallowing needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans to improve or maintain speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing function.
• Provide direct therapy to residents, including therapy for dysphagia, aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and related communication disorders.
• Document progress notes, adjust treatment plans based on resident response, and communicate findings to the interdisciplinary care team and families.
• Participate in care planning and discharge planning as appropriate, ensuring goals align with quality of life and safety considerations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and facility requirements, including accurate documentation, billing, and patient safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical skills

Assessment

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care, Ennis, TX, United States

This is a travel, temporary assignment starting 09/21/2026 for 13 weeks. 36 hours guaranteed per week, Day shift. Work setting is a long-term care nursing home environment.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: 1,831 to 1,929 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day
• Start date: 09/21/2026
• Setting: Long-term care / Nursing home
• Travel assignment with dedicated support during the placement

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations for residents to identify communication and swallowing needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans to improve or maintain speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing function.
• Provide direct therapy to residents, including therapy for dysphagia, aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and related communication disorders.
• Document progress notes, adjust treatment plans based on resident response, and communicate findings to the interdisciplinary care team and families.
• Participate in care planning and discharge planning as appropriate, ensuring goals align with quality of life and safety considerations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and facility requirements, including accurate documentation, billing, and patient safety standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current license or eligibility to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the United States (licensure requirements aligned to the assignment location).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a long-term care setting and with an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong documentation, communication, and clinical skills for evaluation, treatment planning, and progress reporting.
• Availability for a day shift schedule and 13-week assignment.
• Experience with or willingness to work with residents with swallowing and cognitive-communication disorders.

Benefits and Support

• Assignment-specific recruiter and travel support throughout the placement.
• Credentialing guidance and onboarding assistance to help you start on time.
• Ongoing professional support and access to a network of travel opportunities.
• Standard safety and patient-care resources aligned with travel assignments.

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.