Travel Contract

Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient
Houston, TX
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,875/week

Overview

Start Date09/21/2026
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,875/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Speech Language Pathologist (Inpatient) in Houston, Texas. The position involves evaluating and treating patients with speech, language, and swallowing impairments in a hospital setting. The role requires collaboration with the healthcare team to develop and implement care plans tailored to patients age and needs, including neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations.

Job Details

Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Current Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), current Texas State License in Speech-Language Pathology, at least 1 year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Neonatal and pediatric experience, adult speech therapy experience, experience with Modified Barium Swallow Studies.
Unit Information: The role is based on a unit with 381 beds, including NICU, pediatric, and adult patients. Equipment utilized includes Meditech Magic and Meditech Expanse electronic medical record systems.
Typical Procedures: Assessment of speech, language, and swallowing, development of evidence-based intervention plans, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and documentation of patient progress.
Additional Information: The candidate will be expected to exhibit high-functioning capabilities, self-motivation, and a proactive approach to responsibilities. The work environment adheres to unit policies, with a dress code of dark blue scrubs. Weekend and on-call duties are not applicable for this role.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date: 2026-08-18

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1283288. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: SP - SLP IP Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient.

Employer

Cross Country Allied

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5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied

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Pros

Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler

Cons

None

Recommends working with Cross Country Allied

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About Houston, TX

As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Houston, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.

Transportation

Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.

Demographics

Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.

Things to Do

Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.

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