Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Healthforce; Mount Olive (NC); On-site; USD 98,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated recruiter and travel support

On-assignment support

Guaranteed hours for scheduling

Contract extension opportunities

Job summary

Healthforce in Mount Olive, NC is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for an acute care assignment in a corrections facility. The 13-week contract runs with guaranteed hours and a 5x8 shift from 08:00 to 16:30, starting 11/30/2026.

The role focuses on assessment and treatment of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing needs in an acute care context. Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team is essential, along with consistent documentation and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Active licensure to practice Speech-Language Pathology in the United States.
• Ability to work in a correctional healthcare environment.
• Strong communication and documentation skills; team-oriented.
• Flexible to a 13-week assignment with guaranteed hours.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat speech, language, communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing needs for individuals in an acute care context within a corrections setting.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; monitor progress and modify plans as needed to meet goals.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy through one-on-one sessions and, when appropriate, small group sessions; document outcomes and progress.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including nursing, physicians, case management, and other therapists to coordinate care and discharge planning.
• Complete timely documentation in patient records, ensure compliance with facility policies, infection control, and safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Collaboration

Interprofessional teamwork

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care in a corrections setting. Location: Mount Olive, North Carolina, United States. Start date: 11/30/2026. Duration: 13 contract weeks. Weekly pay: $2,154-2,289 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 Days (08:00-16:30). This assignment provides a travel temporary position within a corrections facility.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,154-2,289 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 08:00-16:30, 5 days per week
• Start date: 11/30/2026
• Work setting: corrections facility (acute care needs)

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat speech, language, communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing needs for individuals in an acute care context within a corrections setting.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; monitor progress and modify plans as needed to meet goals.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy through one-on-one sessions and, when appropriate, small group sessions; document outcomes and progress.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including nursing, physicians, case management, and other therapists to coordinate care and discharge planning.
• Complete timely documentation in patient records, ensure compliance with facility policies, infection control, and safety standards.

Requirements

• Active licensure to practice Speech-Language Pathology in the United States; state-specific requirements may apply.
• Ability to work in a correctional healthcare environment and adhere to facility policies.
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills; comfortable working as part of an interprofessional team.
• Flexibility to commit to a 13-week assignment with guaranteed hours; travel-friendly schedule.
• Ability to evaluate, plan, implement, and adjust treatment in an acute care setting for diverse patient needs.

Benefits and Support

• Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
• On-assignment support to assist with transitions and coordination
• Guaranteed hours for consistent scheduling
• Opportunities for contract extension based on performance and facility needs

PAY DISCLAIMER

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.