Travel Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist - $2,462 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: University Place
Posted on: October 28, 2025

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in University Place, Washington. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist - Discipline: Therapy - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist with at least 2 years of home health experience and active state licensure for a 13-week assignment. Responsibilities - Position is based in a home health setting serving post-acute patients in South King and Pierce County - Covers areas including Burien, Tukwila, Kent, Federal Way, Tacoma, Lakewood, and Puyallup - Typical caseload is 4-5 patients per day - Common diagnoses include CVA, ALS, MS, and various levels of dementia - Work schedule is Monday to Friday 8am-5pm or Monday to Thursday 8am-6pm - No weekend or holiday shifts required - Electronic charting is done using Epic - Role involves conducting assessments and developing care plans for adults with neurological and cognitive disorders - No weekend or holiday work is expected for this role - Dress code allows for scrubs or business casual attire - Department provides a two-week orientation - Returning candidates may not have been directly employed by the health system within the past year unless employed PRN through an outside firm - Recent experience with Epic EMR is necessary for daily documentation Requirements - Active state or compact (NLC) Speech-Language Pathology license required for consideration; pending licenses will not be accepted - Minimum 2 years of recent home health experience as a Speech Language Pathologist - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required - CCC-SLP is preferred but not required - Experience with dysphagia/swallow assessments as well as cognitive and aphasia care - Background in rehab SNF is helpful if applicant does not have significant home health experience - Driver's license required if applicable - Must provide 2 professional references: one supervisor from the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the past 3 years Benefits - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-613762. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Speech Language Pathologist About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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