Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Long Term Care - $2,486 per week

American Traveler; Mound City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Housing Stipend

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for a Travel assignment in Mound City, Missouri. The position is in a Long Term Care setting, 40 hours per week, with 8‑hour days on weekdays. Start date Oct 5, 2026, for 13 weeks, with potential for continuation.

CCC certification and MO or compact licensure are required. Typical caseload is 10–14 patients per day, with 30‑minute sessions, and no weekend on‑call duties unless a holiday falls on a weekend.

Qualifications

• CCC certification required
• 1 year of SLP experience required
• New graduates accepted if Level II clinical experience
• LTC or Rehab setting experience required

Responsibilities

• Screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders using standardized assessments and evidence-based practice
• Develop and adjust plans of care based on patient progress and treatment outcomes
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers
• Communicate patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans with supervisors and healthcare team members
• Complete comprehensive discharge summaries and maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Participate in required meetings including patient care conferences, utilization review, and rehabilitation meetings
• Attend facility and company required trainings and in-services
• Obtain necessary DME or supplies per regulatory and clinical requirements
• May supervise and support CFY or student Speech-Language Pathologists
• Adhere to ASHA and state practice acts, codes of conduct, and ethics standards
• No more than 7 days of RTO may be requested during the assignment

Education

MO state RN license or compact license

CCC certification

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Long Term Acute Care Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Mound City, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Long Term Acute Care Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Mound City, Missouri.

• 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-Language Pathologist for a Long Term Care position requiring CCC certification and MO or compact licensure.

Details

• Long Term Care facility setting within the Speech Language Pathology department
• Treats patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
• Provides group therapy in addition to individual treatment sessions
• Typical caseload of 10-14 patients per day depending on evaluations scheduled
• Standard treatment sessions run approximately 30 minutes
• Days shift, 8 hours, Monday through Friday
• Start time flexible between 6 AM and 10 AM as long as consistent and communicated with the Director of Rehab
• No weekend work required unless a holiday falls Monday through Friday, in which case hours are made up on the weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Each therapist typically has a dedicated device for documentation

Requirements

• Active MO state RN license or compact license required
• CCC certification required
• 1 year of SLP experience required
• New graduates accepted if they completed Level II clinical experience (Level I observation alone not accepted)
• LTC or Rehab setting experience required
• 1 reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders using standardized assessments and evidence-based practice
• Develop and adjust plans of care based on patient progress and treatment outcomes
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers
• Communicate patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans with supervisors and healthcare team members
• Complete comprehensive discharge summaries and maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Participate in required meetings including patient care conferences, utilization review, and rehabilitation meetings
• Attend facility and company required trainings and in-services
• Obtain necessary DME or supplies per regulatory and clinical requirements
• May supervise and support CFY or student Speech-Language Pathologists
• Adhere to ASHA and state practice acts, codes of conduct, and ethics standards
• No more than 7 days of RTO may be requested during the assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-755340. 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.