Speech Language Pathologist
Plano, TX
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,030/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care383 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Speech Therapist for a Level 1 Trauma acute care hospital, requiring 2+ years of full-time acute care hospital or LTAC experience and proficiency in modified barium swallow studies.
Details
- Acute Care Hospital (Trauma Level 1) with Neuroscience, ICUs, ECMO, Burn, Oncology, and Ortho & Spine floors totaling 600 beds, plus a 40-bed Inpatient Rehabilitation unit
- Day shift schedule, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Must work 2 weekend shifts per month on a rotating basis
- No on-call or floating requirements
- Uses therapy equipment including walking equipment, bikes, bars, and treadmills
- Meditech EMR used for documentation
- Provides 1-on-1 Speech Therapy treatments to patients
- Performs modified barium swallow studies (MBSS) in radiology
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of full-time acute care hospital experience required; Level 1 Trauma experience preferred
- LTAC experience also accepted in lieu of acute care hospital experience
- Must be highly skilled in completing modified barium swallow studies
- License required if applicable
- Candidates with work history solely in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Outpatient, Pediatrics, or School settings will not be considered
- No gaps in work history totaling 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration (no Canadian SSN accepted)
- One professional reference required for consideration
Additional Information
- Join a Rehabilitation Therapy Services team consisting of Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy staff
- Department includes 9 full-time Speech Therapists along with PT and OT colleagues
- Led by a Director, Manager, and discipline-specific supervisors
- Best suited for candidates who are flexible, accountable, and open-minded with a good sense of humor
- Does not accept local candidates; must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
Facility
Medical City Plano
1 nurse recommends working with Medical City Plano
Pros
Friendly staff
Cons
Call schedule
- Short Term Acute Care
- 383 beds
Employer
American Traveler
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.
Cons
None
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Plano, TX
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Plano, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Plano is slightly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- However, the wages in Plano generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 94°F, and the average low in winter is around 34°F.
- Short term rentals are fairly easy to find in Plano, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Plano is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system connecting to Dallas.
- Plano is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Plano.
- Plano offers a wide range of activities including world-class shopping, dining, museums, recreational opportunities, historic downtown with unique shops, street events, seasonal activities, art festivals, and the colorful Plano Balloon Festival.
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