Travel Speech Language Pathologist - NICU/Pediatric/Adult

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

- Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 04/06/2026
- 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 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a NICU Speech-Language Pathologist with neonatal experience and ASHA CCC-SLP certification for a 13-week travel assignment in Houston, TX.

Details

- Hospital-based Speech Language Pathology department serving NICU, pediatric, and adult populations
- Caseload-based patient ratios
- Performs Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) and speech, language, and swallowing evaluations
- EMR: Meditech Magic and Meditech Expanse
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule; no weekends or on-call required
- May float to NICU, pediatric, and adult units
- 13-week contract

Requirements

- Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
- Active Texas State License in Speech-Language Pathology (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 1 year of experience in Speech-Language Pathology; allied candidates must have active experience within the last 6 months
- Neonatal experience required
- Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBSS) experience required
- Pediatric and adult experience preferred
- US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
- One professional reference required

Additional Information

- Evaluates speech, language, and swallowing abilities for patients with impairments resulting from premature birth, birth injuries, disease, or other causes, and develops evidence-based plans of care
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to implement and assess patient intervention programs
- Candidates must demonstrate strong self-motivation, initiative, and the ability to work independently while delivering timely, high-quality patient care
- Dark blue scrubs required
- Bare-below-the-elbows policy applies in the NICU
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

American Traveler Job ID #P-685422. 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.