Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

A leading regional healthcare provider known for patient-centric care is seeking a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Baker City. You will evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders. This 13-week assignment suits an independent clinician comfortable in a smaller community hospital.

• Contract assignment, 3 months with possible extension
• Work setting: onsite
• Openings: 1
• Anticipated start: within the next two to three weeks
• Candidates must live 60 or more miles from the facility

• Evaluate speech, language, cognition and swallowing function
• Develop and carry out individualized treatment plans
• Perform bedside swallow evaluations and recommend diets
• Educate patients and families on goals and home programs
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy and physician teams
• Document evaluations and progress notes in the EHR

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology
• ASHA CCC-SLP certification
• Eligible for an Oregon SLP license
• Minimum 1 year of recent SLP experience in a medical setting
• Current BLS certification
• Must reside 60 or more miles from the facility (travel requirement)

• Acute care or inpatient rehab experience
• Experience with MBSS or FEES
• Epic experience
• Travel or contract assignment experience at multiple facilities
• Strong references from recent clinical managers
• Flexibility to work varied shifts when the unit needs support

• Fast-paced clinical unit with an established care team
• Clear orientation to unit policies, systems and workflows
• Strong focus on patient safety and regulatory compliance
• Shift schedule confirmed before your assignment begins
• Collaborative physicians, nurses and support staff

• Experienced clinicians who adapt quickly to new units
• Professionals who put patient safety first on every shift
• Team players who communicate clearly during handoffs
• Self-starters comfortable learning new charting systems
• Travelers who enjoy new cities and new colleagues
• Clinicians who stay calm and focused under pressure

• Pay: $51.72 to $53.72 per hour
• 13-week travel contract
• Contract employment through The Employee Connect
• Clear assignment dates with a possible extension
• Fast, simple application and interview process
• Dedicated recruiter support from application through assignment end

1. Do you hold an active ASHA CCC-SLP?
2. How many years of medical SLP experience do you have?
3. Do you live at least 60 miles from Baker City, Oregon?

Apply today with your current resume. A recruiter from The Employee Connect will review your background, contact qualified candidates quickly, and walk you through next steps, including interviews, onboarding requirements and your start date. Please include your most recent experience, any licenses or certifications, and your availability so we can match you quickly.