Travel Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient - $2,310 per week

Cross Country Allied; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for an inpatient travel assignment in Cortez, Colorado. The SLP IP will evaluate, plan, and administer comprehensive speech therapy for patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in an inpatient setting. The role requires CC- SLP certification, state licensure, and flexibility for 12-hour day shifts over a 13-week contract.

Qualifications

• Masters or Bachelor in Speech Therapy or Speech Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (ASHA) required.
• Current state SLP license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and plan speech-language pathology care for inpatients.
• Administer therapy and document progress with patient goals.
• Coordinate care with the healthcare team and physicians.
• Deliver therapy to improve communication and swallowing.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy techniques and home programs.
• Document care plans, orders, and clinical status updates.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences and quality initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Patient education

Education

Masters/Bachelors in Speech Pathology

Tools

ASHA CCC-SLP

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Cortez, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Cortez, Colorado.

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

The Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in this healthcare setting evaluates, plans, and administers comprehensive speech therapy modalities for patients with speech, voice, language, cognitive-communicative, and oropharyngeal swallowing disorders. The role involves performing assessments, coordinating care with the healthcare team, and delivering therapy to improve or restore communication and swallowing functions.

Job Details

• Position: Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient (SLP IP)
• Location: [Location not specified in data]
• Certifications, Education, and Experience: Masters or Bachelors level graduate in Speech Therapy or Speech Pathology from an accredited university or college; Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association; current valid state Speech Therapy certification; current BLS certification; 0 years of experience required.
• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, Minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Provides accurate and comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing assessments including expressive and receptive aphasia, dysarthria, dysphagia, cognition, fluency, voice and resonance, hearing, social communication, and communication modalities.
• Communicates and documents patient care plans, physician orders, and changes in clinical status promptly and accurately.
• Delivers speech therapy modalities tailored to the patients clinical needs and goals, utilizing appropriate pain management modalities.
• Educates patients and caregivers on effective pain management and therapy techniques.
• Ensures a safe environment for therapy delivery, addressing cultural practices where appropriate.
• Participates in performance improvement programs and complies with organization policies and regulations.
• Completes necessary documentation and participates in interdisciplinary team conferences.
• Maintains current knowledge of community resources to facilitate optimal patient outcomes during home care services, transfer, and discharge processes.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

  Cross Country Allied Job ID #1339129. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: SP - SLP IP Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient.

  About Cross Country Allied

  You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most - your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

  Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus