School Speech Language Pathologist
Houston, TX
Access Healthcare
5x7 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Speech Language Pathologist (School)

Location: Houston, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 6 weeks (43 days ≈ 6 weeks)
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation

Required Qualifications

• Valid Speech Language Pathologist license for Texas.
• ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP) required for Speech Language Pathologists.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC).
• Educational Services - State Teaching Certificate and Credential as applicable.
• NURSYS Verification (for RN, LPN/LVN, AP if applicable).
• Background checks including criminal background, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG within 1 year and updated annually.
• Texas DPS Fingerprint Result Client Attestation required prior to start; fingerprinting handled by the school district.
• Educational Services - FERPA training must be signed and updated annually.
• Educational Services - Mandatory Reporter training must be completed prior to start.

Experience Requirements

• Years of experience in specialty: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum standard for Speech Language Pathologist roles.
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention).

Documentation & Compliance

• Required accounting and identification documents: W4, I9, Permanent Tax Declaration, Direct Deposit Authorization, Driver’s License/State ID, Social Security Card (if applicable), Emergency Contact Form, EOE Forms, Arbitration Agreement (annual).
• Educational documentation: BSN diploma or transcript if required by the school.
• Proof of name change if applicable.
• Skills Checklist required for clinical roles.
• Physical exam, TB testing, immunizations, drug testing only if required by client/state.
• Medical and Employee Information Release Form required.

Additional Notes

• Paraprofessionals and other educational staff have specific degree and certification requirements, but this role is for a licensed Speech Language Pathologist.
• Competency exams are generally not required unless specified by the client.
• Fingerprint attestation must be renewed for each new assignment, even if returning to the same school.
• Flu vaccination and other health documents are only required if specified by the client.

This position is ideal for licensed Speech Language Pathologists seeking a short-term travel contract in a school setting in Texas.