Speech-Language Pathologist
Phoenix, AZ
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$2,262/weekOverview
- Start Date05/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Description
Join our team as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist and use your skills where they are needed most. You will help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring a new part of the country. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with details.
Minimum Requirements
- Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
- Active State of Arizona SLP license is required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in skilled nursing facility settings is required.
- Demonstrated experience evaluating and treating adult dysphagia and cognitive-communication disorders is required.
- Experience with documentation in electronic medical records is required.
- Preferred: experience with Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBSS) protocols and instrumental assessment tools.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Shift: Days.
Location Highlights
Phoenix offers a desert-urban lifestyle with abundant outdoor and cultural options. The city is adjacent to South Mountain Park, less than 15 miles from central Phoenix, and within a 2–3 hour drive of the Tonto National Forest and Sedona red rock formations. Phoenix features the Desert Botanical Garden and the Heard Museum, each within a short drive of downtown, and provides access to major transit corridors including Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport located approximately 5 miles east of downtown. The area supports an active lifestyle with hiking in Camelback Mountain and Papago Park, professional sports teams in the Phoenix metropolitan area, and a year-round warm climate suitable for outdoor recreation.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available beginning on day one.
- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401(k) options.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Referral bonus opportunities.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a traveling SLP for flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Use our career resources designed for therapy professionals to manage assignments and licensure.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
1 nurse recommends working with Jackson Therapy Partners
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.
About Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:- 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.
- Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
- Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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