Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - $2,910 per week

Patterns Hiring is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Lawrence, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Travel Contract

Facility: Mary Immaculate Health/Care Services
Client: Covenant Health Inc
Location: Lawrence
Start Date: 07/27/2026
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: Days
Guaranteed Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Setting: Long-Term Care (LTC) / Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Specialty: Speech Therapy
Openings: 1

Position Overview

Mary Immaculate Health Care Services is seeking an experienced Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for a 13-week contract assignment. The SLP will work closely with residents, caregivers, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to evaluate and treat communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders.

The ideal candidate will have experience in long-term care or skilled nursing settings and be comfortable managing dysphagia evaluations, modified barium swallow studies, speech and language disorders, and cognitive rehabilitation programs.

Key Responsibilities
Evaluate residents with speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.
Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable short- and long-term goals.
Provide therapy for:
Speech Disorders
Language Disorders
Cognitive-Communication Deficits
Dysphagia/Swallowing Disorders
Perform and interpret Modified Barium Swallow evaluations.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, residents, and families.
Recommend communication and swallowing assistive devices when appropriate.
Provide education to residents, families, and caregivers.
Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and discharge planning.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation.
Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and reimbursement guidelines.
Assist with development of speech therapy programs and staff education initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
Licensure & Certifications
Active Massachusetts Speech Language Pathologist License required.
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required.
BLS Certification preferred.
Experience
Minimum 3 years of Speech Language Pathologist experience.
Experience in:
Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)
Long-Term Care (LTC)
Dysphagia Management
Modified Barium Swallow Studies
Experience with geriatric patient populations preferred.
Skills Required
Strong clinical assessment skills
Dysphagia treatment expertise
Excellent documentation skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary teams
Time management and organizational skills
Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations
Resident-centered care approach
Candidate Requirements
Active Massachusetts SLP License
CCC-SLP Certification
Minimum 3 years experience
SNF/LTC experience preferred
Ability to work independently
Strong swallowing and communication therapy background
Eligible to work 40 hours per week

Patterns Hiring Job ID #297382-02. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Patterns Hiring

Patterns Inc. is a talent solutions and staffing organization supporting clients across healthcare and allied domains. We partner closely with hospitals, healthcare systems, and organizations to deliver high-quality professionals for contingent and permanent roles.

Our teams operate with a strong focus on transparency, accountability, and long-term career alignment. We believe successful placements are built on understanding both client needs and candidate goals, not just filling roles quickly.

At Patterns, candidates can expect clear communication, ethical hiring practices, and consistent support throughout the hiring process. We value professionalism, collaboration, and growth, and we strive to create opportunities where talent can build meaningful and sustainable careers.

Benefits

• Referral bonus