Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation
Missoula, MT
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,445/weekOverview
- Start Date06/22/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Travel Position
Location
- Montana, Missoula
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Unit & Patient Population
- Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit (ARU)
- 10 beds (expanding to 14 by end of 2026)
- Patient population: Adult and geriatric
- Patient ratio: 5-10 patients
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) system: Cerner
Position Details
- Role: Speech Language Pathologist
- Number of openings: 1
- Shift: Day
- Weekly guaranteed hours: 30
- Weekend hours: None
- Call requirements: None
- Float requirements: Must float to inpatient acute care (adult)
Required Qualifications
- Valid Speech Language Pathologist license in Montana
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
- Experience as a Speech Language Pathologist within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Common Diagnoses/Treatment Areas
- Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Other neurological conditions
- Debility
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Altered Mental Status
Work Environment & Culture
- Strong team collaboration emphasized
- Good communication skills required for working with multiple disciplines
Dress Code
- Scrubs allowed but not required; no specific scrub color mandated
- No open-toe shoes
- No shirts or sweatshirts with prints
- Limited use of jeans (allowed on Fridays)
Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as required.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Pros
Friendly, professional,
Cons
None
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During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Missoula, MT
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Missoula, MT here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 50°F.
- Winter sees average highs of 33°F and lows of 17°F.
- Short-term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to demand during peak seasons.
- Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- Missoula has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Abundance of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, boating, and skiing.
- Thriving cultural scene with theaters, symphony, opera, art museums, and galleries.
- Plenty of dining options from food trucks to fine dining.
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