Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care

Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care travel assignment in Lanham, Maryland. Start date 10/05/2026 for 13 weeks with guaranteed 35 hours per week. Weekly pay range $2,377–$2,425 per week. Shift schedule is 5x8 days, with a typical day from 08:00 to 16:30. Setting: skilled nursing facility.

• Weekly pay: $2,377–$2,425 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 hours/week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days (08:00–16:30)
• Start date:
  
  10/05/2026
• Setting:
  Skilled Nursing Facility

• Conduct initial and ongoing speech-language pathology evaluations for residents, establishing goals and treatment plans aligned with acute care and SNF needs.
• Provide therapy for communication and swallowing disorders, including dysphagia management, with progression notes and adjustments to serve patient safety and function.
• Implement, document, and monitor individualized treatment plans; deliver bedside therapy and caregiver/staff education to support carryover.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and patient/family education.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the facility’s medical record, adhere to regulatory and facility policies, and participate in care conferences and quality improvement activities.
• Participate in performance improvement and safety initiatives as appropriate.

• Active Maryland state license for Speech-Language Pathology (SLP)
• CCC-SLP certification or eligibility for certification
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Experience in acute care or skilled nursing facility settings preferred
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team and in a skilled nursing environment
• Strong communication and documentation skills; compliance with credentialing and facility requirements

• Dedicated travel recruiter with 24/7 on-call support throughout the assignment
• Onboarding and credentialing assistance to facilitate a smooth start
• Ongoing compliance and documentation support during the assignment
• Potential for assignment extensions based on performance and facility needs

Please note:

Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.