OverviewSpeech Language Pathologist – Acute Care in Middletown, Rhode Island. Start date: 11/09/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment in a long-term care facility (LTC - Nursing Home). Weekly pay range: $2,278 to $2,434 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30. This temporary assignment is organized through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.Key Highlights- Weekly pay: $2,278–$2,434 per week- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week- Contract duration: 13 weeks- Shift: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (08:00–16:30)- Start date: 11/09/2026- Setting: Long-term care facility (LTC - Nursing Home)Responsibilities- Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing for residents.- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals; monitor progress.- Provide direct therapy to residents and adjust plans based on response and safety considerations.- Perform swallowing evaluations and modify therapies or dietary consistencies as appropriate.- Document evaluation findings, treatment plans, and progress in resident charts; ensure timely and accurate reporting.- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team (nursing, therapy, social work, and other staff) to optimize communication, feeding safety, and overall resident well-being.- Educate residents, families, and care staff on communication strategies, swallowing safety, and assistive technology as needed.Requirements- Active licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist; state-specific requirements apply.- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.- Certification per state standards (e.g., ASHA CCC-SLP) or equivalent preferred.- Experience in acute care or long-term care settings is preferred.- Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility environment and collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.- Authorized to work in the United States.Benefits and Support- Dedicated recruiter and travel assignment support throughout the contract- Credentialing and onboarding assistance to facilitate a timely start- Ongoing clinical and scheduling support from the agency- Clear communication on pay and hours with regular updatesPlease note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.Find more opportunitiesIf this opening isn’t a fit, explore other travel opportunities for speech-language pathologists at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
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