Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Healthforce; North Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 5,961,000 - 6,302,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel support

Clinical support

13-week contract

Credentialing onboarding

Job summary

Healthforce seeks a Speech Language Pathologist for a Travel assignment in Canaan, CT. The role runs for 13 weeks starting November 30, 2026, with a guaranteed 35 hours per week and a 5x8 daytime shift (08:00-16:30) in a long-term care facility focusing on acute care.

This position includes dedicated travel and clinical support throughout the assignment. The incumbent will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP) preferred or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing assessments for residents.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Provide direct therapy and collaborate with interdisciplinary team (nursing, OT, PT, dietitian, social work).
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries per standards.
• Participate in care and discharge planning; educate residents, families, and staff on communication strategies.

Skills

SLP licensure

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCC-SLP (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care (Travel) in Canaan, CT. Start November 30, 2026 for a 13-week assignment, guaranteeing 35 hours per week with a daytime 5x8 shift (08:00-16:30) in a long-term care facility (nursing home). Weekly pay ranges from $2,524 to $2,663.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,524-$2,663 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 daytime (08:00-16:30)
• Start date: November 30, 2026
• Setting: Long-term care facility (nursing home) with acute care focus

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing assessments for residents within the care setting.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including therapy for speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication deficits, and dysphagia management; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Provide direct therapy and supervise care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, OT, PT, dietitian, social work) to support functional communication and safe eating and swallowing.
• Perform appropriate documentation including evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
• Participate in care planning and discharge planning, providing education to residents, families, and staff to support ongoing communication strategies and safe swallow practices.

Requirements

• Active Connecticut state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP) preferred or eligible
• Clinical experience in speech-language pathology, with emphasis on acute care or long-term care settings preferred
• Ability to work in a long-term care environment and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits and Support

• 35 guaranteed hours per week
• Dedicated travel and clinical support throughout the assignment
• Structured 13-week contract with potential for extension
• Access to credentialing and onboarding processes aligned with travel assignments