Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Healthforce; Winchester (NH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 recruiter and travel support

Dedicated assignment support

Credentialing and onboarding support

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for a travel temporary assignment in Winchester, New Hampshire. The role runs for 13 weeks starting August 17, 2026, with guaranteed 35 hours per week and a 5x8 day schedule (08:00-16:30) in a long-term care facility serving residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing needs.

The position offers a competitive weekly pay range of $2,208 to $2,332 and requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to deliver

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Ability to work in a long-term care setting
• Availability to commit to a 13-week travel assignment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• Adherence to facility policies and documentation standards

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations for residents with communication and swallowing disorders; develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver therapy to improve speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing function; monitor progress and adjust goals as needed.
• Document assessments, goals, progress notes, and discharge planning in accordance with facility policies and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, rehabilitative therapies, physicians, social work) to optimize client outcomes; participate in rounds and care planning.
• Educate residents and families on communication strategies and safe swallowing techniques; provide caregiver and staff training as appropriate.
• Maintain infection control and regulatory compliance within therapy services and ensure patient safety during activities.

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Care is a travel temporary assignment in Winchester, New Hampshire. The position begins August 17, 2026 for 13 weeks, with guaranteed 35 hours per week and a 5x8 day shift (08:00-16:30). Work setting is a long-term care facility environment serving residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing needs. This travel role offers a competitive weekly pay range of $2,208 to $2,332. The assignment is designed for qualified clinicians who can collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and deliver patient-centered care.

Key Highlights

• Location: Winchester, NH, United States
• Start date: August 17, 2026
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Shift: 5x8 days (08:00-16:30)
• Weekly pay: $2,208-$2,332
• Setting: long-term care facility

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations for residents with communication and swallowing disorders; develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver therapy to improve speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing function; monitor progress and adjust goals as needed.
• Document assessments, goals, progress notes, and discharge planning in accordance with facility policies and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, rehabilitative therapies, physicians, social work) to optimize client outcomes; participate in rounds and care planning.
• Educate residents and families on communication strategies and safe swallowing techniques; provide caregiver and staff training as appropriate.
• Maintain infection control and regulatory compliance within therapy services and ensure patient safety during activities.

Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Ability to work in a long-term care setting
• Availability to commit to a 13-week travel assignment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• Adherence to facility policies and documentation standards

Benefits and Support

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
• Credentialing and onboarding coordination

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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.