Speech-Language Pathologist
Twin Falls, ID
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist with CCC-SLP certification and 1+ year of acute care experience for a 13-week travel assignment at a Level III trauma hospital in Magic Valley, Idaho.

Responsibilities

• Acute inpatient and acute rehab hospital setting at a Level III trauma center
• Speech Therapy unit serving patients with diagnoses including stroke, pneumonia, and sepsis
• Treats approximately 8–10 patients per day alongside a team of 3 SLPs
• Covers ICU, acute tower, and rehab unit, with time shared equally between acute inpatient and acute rehab
• May float to a sister facility approximately 30 minutes away
• Uses Epic EMR
• 4x10-hour shifts, 7:30am–6:00pm; travelers have typically worked Friday through Monday but schedule may vary for vacation coverage
• Weekend coverage is required; holiday coverage on an as-needed basis
• Rehab aides are available on the unit
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Former permanent employees of this facility must have been separated for at least one year before being eligible for a travel assignment
• Orientation typically consists of 2–3 days of department-specific training; travelers should expect to work Monday–Friday 8-hour shifts during the onboarding period
• No blocked scheduling or special scheduling requests will be accepted
• Scrubs are permitted; colors must not match those of other departments — a list of approved colors is provided upon hire

Requirements

• Active CCC-SLP certification required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of acute care SLP experience required
• VFSS (video fluoroscopic swallow study) competency required
• Rehab unit experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience
• Valid driver's license required for consideration
• 2 professional references required for consideration: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both must include dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Active state license required; pending licenses will not be accepted — license required if applicable
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

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