Speech Language Pathologist
Location: Ideal, GA
Start Date: 12-15-2025
End Date: 03-16-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Days not specified, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM day shift
Hours per Week: 35
Candidate Pay Rate: $53 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing evaluations for geriatric and rehab patients
- Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that drive measurable progress
- Deliver skilled therapy sessions focused on communication, cognition, and dysphagia management
- Collaborate closely with nurses, therapists, and families to coordinate care and support discharge planning
- Document assessments, treatment notes, and outcomes accurately and on time
- Educate patients and caregivers with practical strategies to carryover gains into daily life
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive, patient-centered culture
Qualifications
- State SLP license (required) — must be eligible to practice in Georgia
- ASHA CCC-SLP preferred or active state certification where applicable
- Experience evaluating and treating adult/geriatric populations and dysphagia
- Strong documentation skills and familiarity with Medicare/rehab documentation expectations
- Current BLS/CPR as required by facility policy
Education
- Master's or clinical degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in adult/geriatric speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders
- Proficient in bedside swallow evaluations and diet recommendations
- Ability to develop measurable goals and track patient outcomes
- Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
- Comfortable with electronic medical records and timely documentation
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make relocation easy
- Competitive pay with weekly guarantee for financial peace of mind
- Medical, Dental & Vision options available during your contract
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Paid time off options so you can recharge between assignments
- Referral bonus program — share the love (and get rewarded)
- Supportive interdisciplinary team that values your expertise and voice
- Flexible scheduling conversations to help you balance work and life
Travel Perks: Explore Ideal, GA
This is a travel contract — enjoy southern charm while on assignment. Explore local parks and walking trails, sample regional Southern cuisine at neighborhood restaurants, discover nearby historic downtowns and local museums, and enjoy easy weekend road trips to larger nearby cities for shopping and nightlife. Local seasonal festivals and outdoor activities give you plenty to do on your off days.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Speech Language Pathologist? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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