Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Full-Time

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); Burlington (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA) seeks a Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to support acute care settings. The role involves evaluating and treating patients with speech, voice, and swallowing disorders in various facilities while traveling between sites.

The SLP will develop individualized treatment plans, conduct screenings, educate patients and families, and ensure thorough documentation and progress reporting per guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience in speech-language pathology; 1 year preferred; new grads encouraged.
• ASHA certification and active state license required.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop; strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and prevent speech, voice, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Perform screenings and educate patients and families.
• Report progress and ensure accurate documentation per guidelines.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient education

Travel ability

Education

ASHA Certification

State licensure

Job description

Role: Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities: Diagnose, treat, and prevent speech, voice, and swallowing disorders; develop individualized treatment plans; perform screenings; educate patients and families; report progress; and ensure accurate documentation per guidelines.

Qualifications: Minimum of 6 months experience (1 year preferred, new grads encouraged); ASHA certification; state-specific license; BLS; ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop; strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Key Duties

• Assess and treat patients with speech, language, or swallowing impairments.
• Create personalized therapy plans for diverse patient populations.
• Conduct screenings and educate patients and families about speech disorders.
• Maintain timely documentation and report progress to relevant parties.

• This role offers competitive pay, benefits, continuing education, and support to ensure high-quality patient care and professional growth.