Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient Rehabilitation - $1,875 per week

Cross Country Allied; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salary

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for a travel assignment in Plano, Texas, working in inpatient rehab and acute care. The role focuses on delivering specialized therapy to patients in a Level 1 Trauma facility within a 600-bed hospital.

You will perform modified barium swallow studies, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to a facility that supports 27 full-time SLP staff using Meditech EMR.

Qualifications

• Valid speech-language pathologist license.
• At least 1 year of experience in acute care and/or inpatient rehabilitation.
• Familiarity with performing modified barium swallow studies.
• Availability for day shifts with 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week.
• No specific location requirement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver speech therapy treatments, including modified barium swallow studies in radiology, to patients in inpatient rehabilitation and acute care units.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a Level 1 Trauma facility.
• Utilize the Meditech EMR and work within a busy 600-bed hospital.

Skills

SLP

Acute care experience

Modified Barium Swallow

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Plano, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Speech Language Pathologist (Inpatient) in the inpatient rehabilitation and acute care hospital setting. The role involves providing specialized speech therapy services to patients in a Level 1 Trauma facility, focusing on inpatient rehabilitation and acute care. This position offers an opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team at a busy 600-bed hospital.

Job Details

• Position Description: Responsible for delivering speech therapy treatments, including modified barium swallow studies in radiology, to patients within inpatient rehabilitation and acute care units. The facility has 27 full-time speech therapy staff and utilizes Meditech electronic medical records.
• Required Qualifications: Valid speech-language pathologist license; at least 1 year of experience in acute care and/or inpatient rehabilitation settings; familiarity with performing modified barium swallow studies; availability for day shifts with 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week; no specific location requirement.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with trauma patients and proficiency in advanced swallow assessments is highly desirable. Candidates with outpatient, skilled nursing, pediatrics, or school-based backgrounds will not be considered.
• Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Additional Information: Candidates should demonstrate flexibility, accountability, and a positive attitude to thrive in this environment. No on-call, floating, or weekend rotation requirements.

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 #1331448. 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