Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Healthforce

Tuba City (AZ)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 131,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Weekly pay

Credentialing support

Travel support

Job summary

Healthforce seeks a Speech Language Pathologist for a 13-week travel assignment in a surgery center in Tuba City, AZ. Guaranteed 36 hours per week, Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., starting 11/16/2026.

This travel, temporary role offers housing assistance and comprehensive recruiter support. You will provide medically based SLP services across ages, perform evaluations, and coordinate patient care with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from ASHA-accredited program.
ASHA CCC-SLP licensure and current SLP license (AZ or US).
BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

Provide medically based speech-language pathology services to inpatients and outpatients across ages Birth–Geriatric.
Interpret evaluations; develop treatment plans with physician referral or in consultation.
Administer therapies including swallowing assessments, FEES, cognitive and voice therapy; coordinate clinics.
Document results and progress in electronic health record; communicate with patients and care team.
Instruct patients and families; collaborate with rehabilitation and health professionals.

Skills

ASHA CCC-SLP

Licensed SLP AZ/US

Travel-ready

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care (Travel) — Tuba City, Arizona — 13-week assignment starting 11/16/2026 in a surgery center setting. Guaranteed 36 hours per week with a pay range of $2,411 to $2,525 per week. Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. This position is a travel, temporary assignment.

Key Highlights

Weekly pay: $2,411–$2,525 per week
Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
Contract duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (5x8 days)
Start date: 11/16/2026
Setting: Surgery center travel assignment
Orientation: Every 2 weeks
Housing: Housing assistance with a housing application due two weeks prior to start

Responsibilities

Provide medically based speech-language pathology services to inpatient and outpatient populations, assessing and treating patients across the age span from birth to geriatric.
Interpret evaluations and test results; develop treatment plans with physician referral or in consultation with physicians; set realistic goals based on patient abilities and diagnoses.
Administer specialized therapies, including swallowing assessments (VFSS/MBS), FEES, cognitive interventions, voice therapy, pediatric feeding, and pediatric speech-language therapy; coordinate specialty clinics as needed.
Document assessment results, treatment progress, and termination of services in the electronic health record; ensure clear communication with patients, families, and the care team.
Instruct patients, families, and staff on therapeutic procedures and home programs to promote carryover; collaborate with the Physical Rehabilitation team and other health professionals.
Support ongoing quality improvement, safety initiatives, and credentialing processes; provide training and in-services for students and staff.

Requirements

Education: Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program.
Licensure/Certification: ASHA CCC-SLP; valid, current SLP license (Arizona or any U.S. state); Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of licensed SLP experience; pediatric (birth–5 years) and adult experience including dysphagia and neuro disorders.
Credentials: Must be eligible for Medical Staff credentialing; not accepting SLPA applicants.
Practical requirements: Ability to work in inpatient and outpatient settings within a surgery center environment; ability to travel/relocate for assignment as needed.

Benefits and Support

Housing assistance available; housing application required two weeks prior to start.
Competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours as stated for the assignment
Credentialing and onboarding support throughout the assignment
Ongoing recruiter and travel support to address needs during the assignment

PAY DISCLAIMER RULE

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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