Travel Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient - $2,520 per week

Cross Country Allied; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for an inpatient role in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The position entails patient evaluations, MBSS procedures, and delivering speech therapy in an inpatient setting.

Licensed PA SLP with ASHA CCC and at least one year of relevant experience is required; schedule is 8:00 am–4:30 pm, 40 hours weekly, with every other weekend and holiday on call. Travel benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Licensed in PA as a Speech Therapist.
• ASHA CCC required.
• At least 1 year of recent inpatient SLP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and provide speech therapy treatment.
• Perform MBSS procedures.
• Work 40 hours per week on days, with every other weekend/holiday.

Skills

Licensed SLP

ASHA CCC

PA License

BLS Certified

Education

PA Speech-Language Pathologist License

ASHA CCC

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Wilkes-barre, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Wilkes-barre, Pennsylvania.

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 24 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Speech Language Pathologist (Inpatient) Location: Not specified. This role involves providing patient evaluations and treatment, including conducting Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS). The position requires a dedicated professional to support the organizations clinical needs in an inpatient setting.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education, and Experience: Must be licensed in PA as a Speech Therapist, hold an American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certificate of clinical competency, and have at least one year of recent experience in a similar role.
• Schedule: Days, 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m., includes every other weekend and every other holiday, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Responsibilities: Conduct patient evaluations, provide speech therapy treatment, and perform MBSS procedures.
• Qualifications: BLS certification required, proficiency in MBSS procedures, and the ability to work independently.
• Additional Information: Scrub color required is navy top and beige bottom. Familiarity with Cerner electronic medical records system is necessary.

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 #1310824. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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