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 : 10 / 20 / 2025
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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