Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - Acute Care Hospital - $2,322 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Westwood, New Jersey.

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist with CCC-SLP certification and a minimum of 2 years of experience for an acute care hospital position in New Jersey.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting
• Primarily geriatric patient population with diagnoses including post-op ACDF, pneumonia, CHF, COPD, and falls
• Utilizes Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) imaging equipment
• Epic EMR system; experience preferred
• Day shift, 8:30am to 5:00pm, 5x8-hour shifts
• One weekend shift required per month
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) required
• Current BLS certification required
• Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) certification required
• Valid, unrestricted New Jersey SLP license required prior to consideration
• Minimum 2 years of SLP experience required
• Travel experience preferred
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year before being eligible to return as a traveler
• No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved; no RTO during the first week of orientation
• Travel pairs or groups are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-694167. 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.