Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Long Term Care - $2,446 per week

American Traveler; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Speech Language Pathologist for a Long Term Acute Care position in Sweetwater, Texas. The assignment runs for 13 weeks, with 40 hours per week on day shifts, in a long-term care setting requiring TX or compact licensure and at least 2 years of SLP experience.

Start date is 10/05/2026 and includes travel employment status with a competitive pay package and benefits typical of travel roles. No weekends or on-call requirements are noted.

Qualifications

• TX or compact SLP license required
• Minimum 2 years of SLP experience
• Long Term Care setting experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans to improve swallowing, cognition, and communication and to reduce aspiration risk.
• Lead delivery of speech language pathology services in accordance with regulations and facility policies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support resident communication and swallowing goals

Skills

SLP

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Long Term Acute Care Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Sweetwater, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Long Term Acute Care Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Sweetwater, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Speech and Language Pathologist for a Long Term Care position requiring a TX or compact license and 2 years of SLP experience.

Details

• Long term care facility setting with a short-term rehabilitation unit
• Day shift schedule (8-hour shifts)
• No weekend requirements
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active TX or compact SLP license required
• Minimum 2 years of SLP experience required

Additional Information

• Develop treatment plans to improve swallowing, cognitive, and communication abilities and decrease aspiration risk
• Design communication treatment plans to help residents better express themselves and understand others
• Lead, guide, and direct delivery of speech language pathology and audiology services in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations and facility policies
• Candidates previously employed by the facility within the past 12 months may not be eligible for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-755377. 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: Travel Speech Therapist - Long Term Acute Care

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.