Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract
Job Description
Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where they are needed most. You will help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring northeastern Pennsylvania. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.
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Minimum Requirements
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- Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
- Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA preferred.
- Active Pennsylvania state license in Speech-Language Pathology required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification required. Acceptable from AHA or ARC.
- Minimum 1 year of recent SLP clinical experience required.
- Experience with Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBSS) preferred.
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Assignment Details
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- Facility Type: Hospital.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Shift Details: Days 08:00–16:30.
- Assignment Duration: 6 months.
- Start: ASAP.
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Location Highlights
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Wilkes-Barre, PA offers a mix of outdoor recreation and regional attractions within easy drives. The city sits on the Susquehanna River and is approximately 20 minutes from the Pocono Mountains, offering year-round hiking and skiing. Visit the historic Kirby Park for riverside trails and a riverside amphitheater, and reach the Wyoming Valley Mall within a 10–15 minute drive for shopping and dining. Commuters can access I-81 for regional travel and reach Scranton in about 20 minutes, providing additional cultural venues such as the Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour and the Steamtown National Historic Site. The area fits a suburban-to-urban lifestyle with riverfront views, regional parks, and nearby mountain recreation for outdoor activities.
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Benefits Designed for Travelers
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We value your commitment. A recruiter will review benefits and eligibility during the interview process.
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EEO Statement
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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.