Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where they’re needed most. You’ll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring a new part of the country. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
• Active Indiana State SLP license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience in an acute care or hospital setting preferred, including assessment and treatment of adult dysphagia and cognitive-communication disorders.
• Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide patient/family training including home exercise programs.
• Competence in documentation of daily notes, goal writing, discharge summaries, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address barriers to discharge and coordinate equipment trials and orders.
• Willingness to participate in student supervision and professional development activities as assigned.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital.
• Shift: Day (5x8).
• Duration: 13 Week assignment.
• Positions Available: 1.

Location Highlights

East Chicago, IN offers access to regional outdoor and urban amenities within short drives. The city sits on the southern shore of Lake Michigan, providing waterfront access and marinas within a 10–20 minute drive for boating and shoreline trails. Indiana Dunes National Park is approximately 15–25 miles west, offering dunes, hiking trails, and lakeshore recreational opportunities for an adventurous lifestyle. The area is within a 30–45 minute commute to downtown Chicago, offering cultural institutions such as Millennium Park, museums, and commuter rail options for an urban experience. Local features include nearby parks and community events, with suburban neighborhoods and convenient highway access for regional travel.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, which is why a comprehensive benefits package is available starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay administration.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral bonus opportunities.
• 100% paid housing available on select assignments.
• Travel and license reimbursement available as applicable.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Traveling SLP and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Assignments include full-time schedules, benefits, and relocation assistance for clinicians working across diverse care settings. Opportunities exist for direct hire and temp-to-hire arrangements through our placement services.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.