Travel Contract

Speech-Language Pathologist
Phoenix, AZ
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

$1,923/week
Posted 2 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date05/11/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,923/week

Description

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where they’re needed most. You’ll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring a new part of the country. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.


Minimum Requirements

  • Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
  • Current state licensure in Arizona required to start the assignment.
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or documented acceptance into Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
  • BLS certification required.
  • Experience providing screening, evaluation, and treatment for speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders in an acute care or hospital setting preferred.
  • Ability to perform documentation and treatment according to professional and regulatory standards, and to use common clinical software applications.
  • Ability to lift and assist patients as needed and to work in a typical direct patient care environment.
  • Employees working for Banner Home Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess and maintain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at time of hire.


Assignment Details

  • Facility Type: Hospital.
  • Shift Name: Days.
  • Shift Hours: 06:30–19:00.
  • Duration: 13 Week travel assignment.
  • May be required to work a varied work schedule as directed by the client, including potential coverage across hospital units.


Location Highlights

Phoenix, AZ offers desert urban living with immediate access to outdoor recreation and cultural attractions. Phoenix is adjacent to South Mountain Park and Preserve, a 16,000+ acre municipal park with hiking and mountain biking trails roughly 15–25 minutes from central neighborhoods. The city is about a 2-hour drive to Grand Canyon National Park and 3.5 hours to Sedona, providing weekend access to national parks and red rock country. Phoenix features cultural destinations such as the Phoenix Art Museum and Heard Museum within a 10–20 minute drive of downtown, and hosts professional sports teams including the Suns (NBA) and Diamondbacks (MLB) with major arenas within city limits. The area supports an urban, warm-weather lifestyle with light rail transit serving central districts and a large suburban footprint offering dining, golf courses, and desert trails within short commutes.


Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits available to travelers include comprehensive medical options, 24/7 recruiter support, travel and license reimbursement, paid housing options, and referral programs. Specific benefits will be discussed by your recruiter.


Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Traveling SLP and gain flexibility and professional growth. Opportunities include travel contracts, and options for direct hire or temp-to-hire based on client need. A recruiter will provide assignment-specific details and next steps.


EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #441766. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Jackson Therapy Partners

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About

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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About Phoenix, AZ

As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Phoenix is slightly lower than the national average, with affordable housing and reasonable grocery and transportation costs.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
  • Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Phoenix, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
  • Many furnished housing options cater to the seasonal influx of visitors and snowbirds.
Transportation
  • Phoenix is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the sprawling metro area.
Demographics
  • Phoenix has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and occasional heat-related illnesses.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses in Phoenix due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Phoenix offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, from Southwestern cuisine to international flavors.
  • The city has a thriving arts and music community, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy world-class golf, major league spring training games, and outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby mountain reserves.
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