Speech-Language Pathologist
Asheville, NC
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$1,830/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP 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 more details.
Minimum Requirements
- Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
- Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA required.
- Active North Carolina SLP license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred, including care of adult and pediatric patients.
- Experience with dysphagia evaluation and treatment, instrumental assessments (FEES or MBSS) preferred.
- Comfort working in a high-acuity, Level II trauma center environment preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Hospital.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Shift Details: Days 0800-1800.
- Float Requirements: Candidate may be required to float to other units within the hospital.
Location Highlights
Asheville, NC offers mountain access and urban amenities within short drives. The city is adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway and within 30 minutes of Pisgah National Forest, offering hiking and waterfall access. Downtown Asheville features the River Arts District and the historic Biltmore Estate, both within a 10- to 15-minute drive of central neighborhoods. The area provides a blend of outdoor recreation and a compact, walkable arts and dining scene, suitable for clinicians seeking an active and cultural lifestyle. Regional transit options include Asheville Regional Airport approximately 20 minutes from downtown and multiple interstate connections for ground travel.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to impacting others. We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.
- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling SLP and obtain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore new locations while maintaining job security in diverse clinical settings.
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.
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 Asheville, NC
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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