Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job

Middletown, RI
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care, travel assignment in Middletown, Rhode Island. The 13-week engagement starts 10/26/2026, with 35 guaranteed hours per week. Shifts run five days per week, 8.5 hours per day (08:00–16:30). Setting: a long-term care nursing home environment. Compensation ranges from $2,255 to $2,405 per week. This assignment is managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,255 – $2,405 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: five days per week, 8.5 hours per day (08:00–16:30)
- Start date: 10/26/2026
- Setting: long-term care nursing home environment

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for residents with speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive-communication needs
- Provide bedside and small-group therapy, applying evidence-based strategies; monitor progress and adjust goals accordingly
- Document evaluation findings, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge planning in resident records
- Collaborate with an interprofessional team (nurses, physicians, OT, PT, social work) to support resident care and goals
- Participate in care planning meetings and educate residents, families, and caregivers on communication and swallowing strategies
- Ensure compliance with licensure requirements, facility policies, and privacy regulations

Requirements
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Active state licensure to practice Speech-Language Pathology (or eligibility to obtain) in the assignment location
- Ability to work in a long-term care setting and engage effectively with residents and staff
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team
- Eligible to work in the United States (travel assignment)

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Credentialing and licensing assistance to facilitate onboarding
- Travel coordination and scheduling support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 support line for travel staff and on-call assistance

Find more opportunities
If this role isn’t a fit, explore additional open opportunities from Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

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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