Travel Speech Language Pathologist
Cumming, GA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist for an acute care hospital position requiring at least 2 years of SLP experience and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care hospital setting supporting adult and varied inpatient populations
• Covers acute care patients throughout the hospital, including those with medical and surgical diagnoses such as ICU, stroke, neurological, dysphagia, respiratory compromise, and cognitive needs
• Shifts are 8-hour days, scheduled 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
• Minimum of 2 weekends per 4 weeks required, with 4 preferred
• 13-week contract assignment
• No floating or on-call requirement
• Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Permanent staff returning as travelers must have a 2-year break from previous employment at the facility
• RTO (requested time off) must be submitted upfront and cannot be changed after an offer is accepted
• References are required for compliance but not for initial consideration
• Dress code or scrubs details will be communicated upon assignment
• Facility does not accept local candidates within 50 miles

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist in an acute care setting
• Current Speech-Language Pathologist license required if applicable
• Proficiency with modified barium swallow (MBS) or fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) a plus, but not required
• Must provide copies of AHA certifications (not expired)
• Ability to treat patients with a variety of complex medical and surgical conditions

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts