Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Houston, TX

Key Responsibilities Evaluate speech, language, and swallowing abilities of neonatal and pediatric patients with impairments resulting from premature birth, birth injuries, disease, or other causes. Why Join Us Opportunity to work in a specialized NICU setting within a high-volume women's and neonatal care facility, gaining valuable experience across neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations.

Job Title

Travel - NICU Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location

Houston, Texas

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Full-Time | Onsite | Days | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 13-Week Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate speech, language, and swallowing abilities of neonatal and pediatric patients with impairments resulting from premature birth, birth injuries, disease, or other causes
• Synthesize assessment data to establish individualized plans of care using evidence-based practice interventions and goals appropriate to patient age and development
• Perform Modified Barium Swallow Studies as part of dysphagia assessment and management
• Collaborate and interact with interdisciplinary care teams to implement and assess intervention programs
• Float across NICU, Pediatric, and Adult units as needed based on caseload demands
• Document clinical findings and progress accurately using the facility EMR system (Meditech Magic / Meditech Expanse)

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Neonatal (NICU) experience required
• Demonstrated competency in Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS)
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA
• Current Texas State License in Speech-Language Pathology

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Pediatric clinical experience
• Adult patient care experience

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a specialized NICU setting within a high-volume women's and neonatal care facility, gaining valuable experience across neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations
• Supportive team environment with an established therapy staff and a clearly defined caseload structure