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Travel Inpatient Rehab SLP - $2,307 per week

American Traveler

  • Topeka, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • $2,307 Per Week

Highlights

American Traveler seeks an Inpatient Speech-Language Pathologist for a Rehab unit requiring 1+ year of experience and a Kansas SLP license, with first-time travelers welcome. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationTopeka, KS

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Topeka, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: 10/28/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 10 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
  • Hours: 40 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Oct 28, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler seeks an Inpatient Speech-Language Pathologist for a Rehab unit requiring 1+ year of experience and a Kansas SLP license, with first-time travelers welcome.

Details

  • Inpatient Rehab unit within an acute care hospital setting
  • Adult patient population with dysphagia, voice, and communication disorders
  • Day shift schedule, 4x10 hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Epic charting system experience required
  • May be required to float to like units within scope based on facility needs

Requirements

  • Valid Kansas SLP license required in hand at time of submission (license required if applicable)
  • Current BLS certification
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as an SLP required
  • Experience with dysphagia management, bedside swallow evaluations, and modified barium swallow studies
  • Familiarity with augmentative and alternative communication devices
  • Knowledge of standardized evaluation tools such as WAB, CELF, PICA, and BIMS/CPS for SNF settings
  • National certification not required

Additional Information

  • Provide evaluation, treatment, and management of dysphagia, voice, and communication disorders
  • Conduct bedside swallow evaluations and modified barium swallow studies
  • Utilize adaptive equipment such as communication boards, memory aids, and Passy Muir valves for trach/vent patients
  • Perform patient and family education on therapy goals and techniques
  • Complete documentation including assessments, evaluations, and discharge summaries
  • First-time travelers will be considered for this role
  • Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted
  • Former staff must have a 1-year gap before returning as a traveler
  • No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation

American Traveler Job ID #P-744709. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Speech Therapist - Inpatient

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.

 

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