What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care Job position at Healthforce?
Speech Language Pathologist – Acute Care, travel assignment in Chambersburg, PA. Start date: 08/03/2026 for 13 weeks. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Weekly pay: $2,280–$2,401. Shift: 08:00–16:30 (day shift). Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility. This temporary position is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC and offers the opportunity to provide acute care–oriented speech-language pathology services within a multidisciplinary team.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $2,280–$2,401 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 08:00–16:30 (day shift), 5 days per week
- Start date: 08/03/2026
- Work setting: Skilled nursing facility (travel assignment)
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations for residents with communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing concerns.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans aligned with resident goals and evidence-based practice.
- Provide direct therapy to residents, including remediation, compensation, and support for safe-swallow strategies as appropriate.
- Document assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge planning in the electronic medical record; communicate findings to the interdisciplinary team.
- Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, dietetics, social work, and other professionals to support resident care and safe transitions.
Requirements
- Active Speech-Language Pathologist license in good standing (state-specific or as required).
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP) or eligibility for certification.
- Prior experience in SNF, long-term care, or acute care settings preferred.
- Ability to work a travel assignment and function effectively in a multidisciplinary care setting.
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding coordination
- Ongoing on-site and remote support during the assignment
- Payroll processing and benefits coordination
- Opportunities for assignment extensions where available
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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.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
What Makes Healthforce Different
We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
- Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
- Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
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Salary : $2,280 - $2,401