Outpatient Speech-Language Pathologist
Kinston, North Carolina
UNC Lenoir Health Care

Job Opportunity: SLP Outpatient (Travel/Contract)

Location: Kinston, North Carolina
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Speech-Language Pathologist)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 5 days a week, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (40 hours/week)
• Setting: Outpatient clinic with approximately 75% pediatrics and 25% adults
• No weekends or on-call required
• No local candidates within 50-mile radius considered
• Electronic Health Record System: EPIC required

Requirements

• Licensure: North Carolina state license required
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required for all units
  • CCC-SLP (Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology) from ASHA required
• Preferred Certifications:

  • FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing)
  • MBImP (Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile)

Experience

• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years in specialty (default for travel SLP roles unless otherwise specified)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Additional Information

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, updated annually
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated every 30 days while on assignment
• Education Verification: Required within 90 days of start
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (with medical or religious exemptions accepted)
  • COVID vaccination proof if vaccinated (requirement can be waived if not vaccinated)
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Certifications Validity: Certifications must not expire within 30 days of start; proof of renewal or renewal plan acceptable as placeholder
• Orientation: Candidates will complete LMS modules during orientation

Summary

This is a travel/contract SLP position in an outpatient setting with a pediatric focus. The role requires NC licensure, BLS, and CCC-SLP certification. EPIC experience is mandatory. The contract is approximately 13 weeks long with a standard weekday schedule and no weekend or call responsibilities. Candidates must meet comprehensive background, health, and certification requirements. Prior travel experience is not required.