Location: Pittsfield, MA

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 05-02-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Sunday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $69 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

• Assess: Conduct thorough speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing evaluations to identify patient needs
• Plan: Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that drive meaningful progress
• Treat: Deliver engaging therapy sessions using best practices and appropriate modalities, including AAC when needed
• Collaborate: Work closely with nurses, PT/OT, social work, and family members to coordinate holistic care
• Document: Maintain clear, timely clinical documentation and progress notes that reflect patient outcomes
• Educate: Provide caregiver and family education to support carryover and functional communication
• Adapt: Float across assigned locations and adjust caseloads while maintaining high-quality care
• Advocate: Champion patient needs within the interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes and experience

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts SLP license (required)
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology (or equivalent) required
• ASHA CCC-SLP credential preferred
• Experience working in rehabilitation, long-term care, or similar clinical settings preferred
• Valid CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong clinical reasoning, excellent communication, and a team-oriented attitude

Education

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in assessment and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders
• Experience with individualized treatment planning and outcome-driven therapy
• Proficient documentation and electronic medical record use
• Comfortable with interdisciplinary collaboration and caregiver training
• Familiarity with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies
• Ability to manage a variable caseload and float between sites

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your contract comfortable
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and short-term disability options for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge and come back energized
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Travel reimbursement and logistics support so you can focus on care
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and everyone wins
• A collaborative, supportive team that values your expertise and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Pittsfield, MA

Pittsfield sits in the beautiful Berkshires — think scenic hikes at Mount Greylock State Reservation, charming local museums like the Berkshire Museum and Hancock Shaker Village, and world-class summer music at Tanglewood a short drive away. Enjoy nearby cultural attractions such as the Norman Rockwell Museum, outdoor recreation like kayaking and trails, cozy local restaurants and farms, and easy weekend escapes for skiing, antiquing, or exploring small-town New England charm.

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