Travel Speech Language Pathologist Job

Overview
Speech-Language Pathologist (travel assignment) in Mound City, Missouri. Start date 05/11/2026 for 13 weeks, 8-hour shifts in a skilled nursing facility. Weekly pay range is $1,900–$1,992 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0. This is a travel - temporary assignment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,900–$1,992 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 8 hours
- Start date: 05/11/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of residents with speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and physician orders.
- Provide direct therapy services addressing communication skills, cognitive-linguistic functioning, and safe swallowing.
- Perform and interpret swallow assessments (clinical and/or instrumental, as appropriate) and make diet modification recommendations.
- Document all evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with state, federal, and facility guidelines.
- Educate residents, families, and staff on therapy plans, communication strategies, and safe swallowing techniques; participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.

Requirements
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Current state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA, or CFY status with supervision.
- Prior experience in a SNF or geriatric setting preferred.
- Strong clinical skills in evaluation and treatment of dysphagia, cognitive-linguistic deficits, and communication disorders.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Benefits and Support
- Travel assignment support and scheduling coordination throughout the engagement.
- Credentialing and compliance assistance for licensure and required documentation.
- Dedicated recruiter support and on-call assistance during the assignment.
- Access to clinical resources and guidance from experienced professionals.

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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