Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

HealthForce; Franklin (NH); On-site; USD 121,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed hours

Travel assignment support

Job summary

HealthForce in Franklin, NH seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist for a travel assignment in an acute care-influenced SNF setting. You will deliver comprehensive speech, language, voice, cognitive, and swallowing therapies as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The 13-week assignment begins 11/30/2026 with a guaranteed 35 hours per week and weekly pay between $2,650 and $2,784. On-site work, with structured support for credentialing and licensure as needed.

Qualifications

• Active NH Speech-Language Pathology license or eligibility for NH licensure.
• Ability to work on-site in a skilled nursing facility in Franklin, NH.
• Experience in acute care or SNF settings preferred; strong assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Willingness to travel and commit to 13 weeks with guaranteed hours.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose communication, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders for residents.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide direct therapy services and documentation in patient records.
• Conduct dysphagia assessments and coordinate dietary modifications with nutrition and nursing teams.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and families to coordinate care.
• Educate residents and staff on therapy progression; participate in rounds and conferences.

Skills

NH licensure eligibility

On-site work

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical assessment

Dysphagia management

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

This travel assignment is for a Speech Language Pathologist specializing in Acute Care, located in Franklin, New Hampshire. The start date is 11/30/2026, for a 13-week contract. Compensation ranges from $2,650 to $2,784 per week, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. The schedule is 5x8 days (days) on a skilled nursing facility setting. This role focuses on delivering high-quality speech, language, voice, cognitive, and swallowing therapies within an interdisciplinary clinical team.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,650-$2,784 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days (08:00-16:30 on site)
• Start date: 11/30/2026
• Setting: Skilled nursing facility (acute care-influence across the continuum)

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose communication, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders for residents within the facility.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized treatment plans with measurable, functional goals aligned to patient needs and discharge planning.
• Provide direct therapy services and documentation in the patient record, including evaluation reports, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Conduct dysphagia assessments, develop safe swallowing strategies, and coordinate dietary modifications with the nutrition and nursing teams.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational and physical therapists, social workers, and families to coordinate patient care and improve outcomes.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on communication strategies, swallowing safety, and progression of therapy; participate in care conferences and rounds as needed.

Requirements

• Active Speech-Language Pathology license (state licensure in New Hampshire or eligibility for NH licensure).
• Ability to work on-site in a skilled nursing facility setting in Franklin, NH.
• Experience in acute care or SNF settings is preferred; strong clinical skills in assessment and treatment planning are expected.
• Willingness to participate in a travel assignment and commit to the 13-week duration with guaranteed hours.
• Strong documentation standards and ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.

Benefits and Support

• Weekly pay range of $2,650-$2,784 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Travel assignment with on-site clinical responsibilities in a SNF environment
• Structured assignment details, including a defined start date and contract length
• Access to ongoing clinical and scheduling support during the assignment
• Clear, professional pathway for credentialing and licensure coordination as needed

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.