What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Speech-Language Pathologist, Post-Acute Care - $2,560 per week position at American Traveler?
American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Jamestown, North Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with ASHA CCC certification and at least 1 year of experience for a 13-week travel contract at a critical access hospital in a post-acute care setting.
Details- Post-acute care setting at a 25-bed critical access hospital
- Speech Therapy department covering primarily outpatient caseload, with occasional inpatient and rare home health coverage PRN
- Treats patients across all age groups, including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Assessment and treatment of aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, cognitive/linguistic deficits, TBI, laryngectomy, voice disorders, cleft palate, fluency disorders, and dysphagia
- Utilizes Epic EMR and TIMS for videofluoroscopy
- Monday through Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm day shift, 8-hour shifts
- Sole SLP on staff — works independently without on-site SLP peers
- No call or weekend requirements indicated
- 13-week contract
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required
- Valid North Dakota SLP license required; license required if applicable
- Current BLS certification required
- Experience performing swallowing assessments and videofluoroscopy
- Ability to provide general care across all age groups
- Epic EMR experience preferred
- Conducts comprehensive assessments and develops individualized therapy programs for inpatient, outpatient, and home care patients
- Performs videofluoroscopic swallow studies using TIMS
- Supports family and staff communication strategies for patients with communication disorders
- Arranges continued treatment or follow-up care planning upon patient discharge
- Collaborates with PT, OT, and Audiology as part of the interdisciplinary team
- First week includes onboarding/orientation
- Required online modules must be completed prior to start
- Business casual dress code
- Local candidates are accepted for this position
- Candidates with any previous employment at this facility must disclose it for a do-not-use (DNU) check
American Traveler Job ID #P-700068. 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 TravelerWith 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.
Salary : $2,560