Travel Contract

Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient
Wausau, WI
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,540/week
Posted Today

Overview

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

Pay

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Inpatient Wausau, WI. This position involves providing specialized speech therapy services to adult patients within an inpatient setting. The role requires delivering cognitive evaluations, bedside swallow evaluations, and other therapy interventions as needed, with a focus on adult patient care.

Job Details

  • Position Description: Speech Therapist. The role involves working with adult patients on cognitive and swallowing evaluations, with potential additional responsibilities depending on experience.
  • Certifications and Education Requirements: Active Wisconsin licensure; Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology; CCC-A or CCC-SLP certifications.
  • Location Requirements: Candidates must be outside 50 miles of the facility.
  • Shift Schedule: Days, 8 hours per shift, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
  • Shift Hours: 8 hours
  • Minimum Hours Per Week: 40 hours
  • Start Date: 09/21/2026
  • End Date: 12/19/2026
  • Additional Information:
    • Experience with adult patients, including cognitive and bedside swallow evaluations, is preferred.
    • Unbillable low census hours are guaranteed up to 36 hours per week, with potential on-call responsibilities counting toward these hours.
    • During flu season, unvaccinated travelers are required to wear masks at all times, with compliance policies in place.
    • Scrub color may be any color.

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
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1309664. 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

3.9rating(49 reviews)

5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied

5.0rating

Pros

Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler

Cons

None

Recommends working with Cross Country Allied

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You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

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About Wausau, WI

As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Wausau, WI here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Wausau's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Wausau experiences cold winters with average lows around 8°F and warm summers with average highs around 80°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Wausau, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Wausau is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Wausau has a predominantly white population with a growing Hispanic community.
  • The age range is diverse, with a significant portion of the population being over 65.
  • Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Wausau offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and national chains.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene, with opportunities to explore music, theater, and visual arts.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby natural areas.
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