Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where they’re needed most. You’ll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders while exploring a new part of the country. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited educational program.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Active Georgia SLP license required to start the assignment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Minimum of 15–18 months of recent experience in Speech-Language Pathology within the specialty required.
• Acute care experience preferred. Experience with MBS/FEES is preferred but not required.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Pattern: 5x8.
• Schedule Notes: Typical schedule includes an 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM primary rate type; schedule includes a minimum of 2 weekends per 4 weeks, preferred 4 weekends per 4 weeks.
• Clinical Focus: Acute care SLP supporting a broad range of medical and surgical diagnoses including ICU, stroke/neurological, dysphagia, respiratory compromise, and cognitive disorders.
• Required Certifications and Licensure: Georgia SLP license, CCC-SLP, BLS.
• Floating: Candidate may be required to support patients across hospital units as needed.
• Experience Requirement: Minimum 15–18 months recent specialty experience required.
• Local Candidates: Now accepting local candidates for this position.

Location Highlights

Cumming, GA, offers access to both outdoor recreation and regional attractions. Lake Lanier is approximately 10–15 minutes from central Cumming and provides boating, fishing, and waterfront dining. The nearby Sawnee Mountain Preserve is about a 15–20 minute drive and features hiking trails, the Indian Seats overlook, and seasonal nature programs. Downtown Cumming hosts the Cumming Fairgrounds and a historic downtown area with shops and restaurants within short driving distances. The area is suburban with family-friendly neighborhoods, a growing dining scene, and commuter access via GA-400 providing drives of under an hour to Atlanta for urban amenities and cultural venues.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care, and we provide a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Traveling SLP and gain flexibility and stability while working in diverse clinical settings. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by recruiter guidance and career resources.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.