Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist and use your skills where they are needed most. You will help residents in a skilled nursing facility improve communication, cognition, and swallowing function while practicing in Childress, TX. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA, if applicable.
- Minimum 2 years of SLP experience in long term care or skilled nursing settings. (Required)
- Active Texas SLP license is required to start the assignment. Compact license accepted if applicable.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing and supervising treatment plans addressing dysphagia, cognitive-communication disorders, and speech-language deficits in geriatric populations.
- Experience leading or directing delivery of SLP services in accordance with federal, state, and facility regulations.
Assignment Details
- Shift pattern: 8 hour days, 40 hours guaranteed.
- Weekend requirement: None.
Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.
Benefits
We value your time and professionalism. Benefits for travelers include comprehensive medical options, 401(k) matching, paid housing availability, travel and license reimbursement, 24/7 recruiter support, and referral bonuses.
Impacting Patient Care
Speech therapists develop and implement treatment plans to improve swallowing, communication, and cognitive function and to reduce aspiration risk. You will lead, guide, and direct delivery of speech-language pathology services in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and facility policies to provide appropriate care to residents.
Location Highlights
Childress, TX provides access to outdoor recreation and regional points of interest. The city is within driving distance of Lake Alan Henry and Copper Breaks State Park, offering fishing, hiking, and camping opportunities. Childress is situated along U.S. Highway 287, providing direct driving routes to Amarillo and Wichita Falls for cultural venues, shopping, and regional airports. The area suits a quiet, small-town lifestyle with local parks, community events, and a short commute to regional services and amenities.
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.
