Speech-Language Pathologist
Sitka, AK
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
$3,024/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Therapist (2 years)
- Speech Language Pathologist (2 years)
Description
Speech-Language Pathologist
Location
- Sitka, Alaska
Contract
- 13 weeks
- Contract
- 1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week
- Exact shift details depend on scheduling needs
- Pediatric clinic hours: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Setting and Patient Population
- Outpatient rehabilitation services
- Adult and pediatric patients
- Services may also be provided in inpatient, home health, long-term care, community, off-site, and remote settings
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Current Alaska Speech-Language Pathology license at time of submittal
- CCC-SLP
- Basic Life Support certification
- Pediatrics experience
- Outpatient experience
Key Responsibilities
- Provide speech-language pathology evaluations, treatment, and therapy planning
- Assess patient needs, establish goals, and modify plans of care based on patient response
- Document evaluations, treatments, recommendations, and prognoses
- Collaborate with referring providers and interdisciplinary care teams
- Educate patients, families, and staff
- Support discharge planning and durable medical equipment coordination
- Assist with administrative, quality improvement, and clinic operations as needed
Work Conditions
- May involve lifting up to 50 pounds
- Exposure to infectious organisms and latex may occur
- May require work in small spaces, at a demanding pace, and with difficult situations
- Occasional multi-day travel to remote areas by boat or plane, possibly in harsh weather
Additional Notes
- Flu vaccine required
- Start date will be no less than 6 weeks after fingerprint cards are received for processing
- Traveler must live at least 50 miles away from the facility address
- Housing and flights are not provided
Employer
Access Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Recommends working with Access Healthcare
4 nurses found this helpful
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Sitka, AK
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Sitka, AK here's what you should know:- Sitka's cost of living is higher than the national average due to its remote location, with housing and groceries being particularly expensive.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 57°F to 63°F, while winter lows range from 28°F to 35°F.
- Short term rentals may be limited in Sitka due to its remote location, but options may be available through local real estate agencies or online platforms.
- Sitka is not very car-friendly, as the town is relatively small and walkable.
- Public transportation options are limited, but biking and walking are popular due to the compact size of the town.
- Sitka has a diverse population with a mix of Native Alaskan, Caucasian, and Asian residents.
- The age range is varied, with a significant portion of the population being middle-aged or older.
- Common health issues may include seasonal affective disorder due to the long, dark winters.
- Sitka has a small but active community of travel nurses.
- Sitka offers a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
- There are also local restaurants serving fresh seafood, art galleries showcasing Native Alaskan art, and occasional music and cultural events.
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