Travel Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist
Topeka, KS
HonorVet Technologies
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,124/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingInpatient
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$860/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,264/week
Benefits
- Vision benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Continuing Education
- Medical benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Dental benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral bonus
- Bereavement
- Holiday Pay
- Sick pay
- Retention bonus
Description
Speech Language Pathologist – Inpatient Rehab & Acute Care | Travel | Topeka, KS
Location: Topeka, KS (travel candidates only; locals within 50 miles are not accepted)
Assignment length: 13 weeks
Start date: 11/04/2026
Schedule: Days, 4 x 10-hour shifts, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Setting: Inpatient rehab and acute care hospital, adult and geriatric patients
About the Assignment
We’re seeking an Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist for a 13-week assignment at a hospital in Topeka, KS. You’ll cover an 18-bed inpatient rehab unit (average daily census of 8–9) and acute care patients, for a total speech caseload of 10–14. Treatment sessions run 45 minutes. You’ll evaluate and treat patients with swallowing, language, and cognitive deficits. Common diagnoses include stroke, Parkinson’s, and other neurological conditions. Travelers are expected to float to like units within their scope based on facility needs, with a brief orientation to the unit. One pre-approved time-off request is allowed. First-time travelers are welcome.
Requirements
- Kansas SLP license required, in hand at submission
- BLS required
- 1 year of SLP experience
- Epic charting experience required
- National certification (CCC) not required
- Preferred skills: dysphagia management, bedside swallow evaluations, modified barium swallow studies, Passy Muir valves, trach/vent patients, AAC and communication devices, aphasia and cognitive evaluation tools (WAB, BAE, PICA, CADL, and similar), and patient/family education
Employer
HonorVet Technologies
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As a Joint Commission-certified clinical staffing agency, we deliver unmatched expertise in placing top-tier healthcare professionals—RNs, LPNs/LVNs, CNAs/CMAs, and NPs—across diverse facilities, including hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, old-age homes, schools, correctional facilities, and more.
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About Topeka, KS
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Topeka, KS here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Topeka is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- In summer, the average high temperature is around 89°F, and the average low is around 68°F.
- In winter, the average high temperature is around 41°F, and the average low is around 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Topeka and can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local rental agencies.
- Topeka is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are available, but the city is primarily designed for travel by car.
- Topeka has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area include obesity, heart disease, and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Topeka, providing a supportive community for healthcare professionals.
- Topeka offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, art galleries, and museums.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's parks, trails, and the Kansas River.
- Sports fans can enjoy local games and events, while music and art lovers have access to performances and exhibitions throughout the city.
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