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American Traveler is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Charleston, West Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 05/11/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 5x8hrs Hours: 40 hrs/wk Start Date: May 11, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist with CCC-SLP certification and acute care hospital experience for a 13-week travel assignment at a Level IV Trauma Center and major teaching hospital. Details Short-term acute care hospital setting at a Level IV Trauma Center and major teaching hospital (COTH member) with 838 staffed beds SLP Acute Care unit treating medically complex patients including respiratory failure, dysphagia, ICU myelopathy, cardiac, vascular, and pulmonary cases Day shift, 8-hour shifts from 8:00am to 4:30pm Patient ratio of 1:12 on weekdays and 1:20 on weekends One weekend shift required per month Charting in Cerner (SBAR, Pyxis) 13-week contract Requirements Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) required; pending state license accepted for consideration but active license must be in hand prior to start Minimum 1 year of SLP experience required Current BLS certification required MBSImP certification required Travel experience preferred; first-time travelers may be considered depending on experience level Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to qualify; candidates residing 75–99 miles away may be submitted for facility approval Two manager or charge nurse references from within the past 2 years required for consideration Valid driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration License required if applicable Additional Information Major teaching hospital affiliated with the Council of Teaching Hospitals and Health Systems (COTH) Orientations occur every other week, with start dates on Mondays Scrub color: black Free parking available for travelers RTO requests should be discussed during the interview process Flu vaccine is required during flu season (October 1 – March 31); medical exemption with documented allergy from an allergist or physician is accepted COVID vaccine is not required Former permanent employees of this facility are not eligible to return as a traveler until 2 years after their last day of permanent employment American Traveler Job ID P-698599. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Speech Language Pathologist 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.a25371ca-cde7-4fb6-ba87-2cf40b156c8b