Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Healthforce; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 104,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated recruiter and travel support

Credentialing and onboarding support

Ongoing clinical and scheduling help

Regular pay/hour updates

Job summary

Healthforce Healthcare LLC seeks a Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care in Middletown, Rhode Island for a 13-week travel assignment at a long-term care facility. Start date is 11/09/2026 with guaranteed 35 hours per week and 5x8 shifts, 08:00–16:30.

This assignment includes comprehensive assessments, individualized treatment plans, direct therapy, and inter-disciplinary collaboration with nursing, therapy, social work, and care staff; weekly pay ranges from $2,278 to $2,434.

Qualifications

• Active licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist; state-specific requirements apply.
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certification per state standards (e.g., ASHA CCC-SLP) or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in acute care or long-term care settings is preferred.
• Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility environment and collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing for residents.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals; monitor progress.
• Provide direct therapy to residents and adjust plans based on response and safety considerations.
• Perform swallowing evaluations and modify therapies or dietary consistencies as appropriate.
• Document evaluation findings, treatment plans, and progress in resident charts; ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team (nursing, therapy, social work, and other staff) to optimize communication, feeding safety, and overall resident well‑being.
• Educate residents, families, and care staff on communication strategies, swallowing safety, and assistive technology as needed.

Skills

SLP licensure

Master's degree in SLP

ASHA CCC-SLP

LTC/Acute care experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care in Middletown, Rhode Island. Start date: 11/09/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment in a long-term care facility (LTC - Nursing Home). Weekly pay range: $2,278 to $2,434 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30. This temporary assignment is organized through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,278–$2,434 per week


• Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week


• Contract duration: 13 weeks


• Shift: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (08:00–16:30)


• Start date: 11/09/2026


• Setting: Long-term care facility (LTC - Nursing Home)

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing for residents.


• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals; monitor progress.


• Provide direct therapy to residents and adjust plans based on response and safety considerations.


• Perform swallowing evaluations and modify therapies or dietary consistencies as appropriate.


• Document evaluation findings, treatment plans, and progress in resident charts; ensure timely and accurate reporting.


• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team (nursing, therapy, social work, and other staff) to optimize communication, feeding safety, and overall resident well‑being.


• Educate residents, families, and care staff on communication strategies, swallowing safety, and assistive technology as needed.

Requirements

• Active licensure as a Speech‑Language Pathologist; state‑specific requirements apply.


• Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology.


• Certification per state standards (e.g., ASHA CCC‑SLP) or equivalent preferred.


• Experience in acute care or long‑term care settings is preferred.


• Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility environment and collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.


• Authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits and Support

• Dedicated recruiter and travel assignment support throughout the contract


• Credentialing and onboarding assistance to facilitate a timely start


• Ongoing clinical and scheduling support from the agency


• Clear communication on pay and hours with regular updates

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.

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