Description

Speech Language Pathologist Location: Kansas City, MO Agency: Jackson Therapy Partners Pay: $1,628 to $1,828 per week Shift Information: Days - 9 hours Contract Duration: 12 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

Join our team as a Travel Speech-Language Pathologist in Kansas City, MO and apply your skills to improve communication and swallowing outcomes in a hospital setting. A recruiter will contact qualified applicants with additional 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) from ASHA.
• Active Missouri state SLP license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in an acute care or hospital environment preferred.
• Experience evaluating and treating adult dysphagia and cognitive-communication disorders preferred.
• Experience with bedside swallow evaluations and instrumental assessments (e.g., FEES or MBS) preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0800-1700.

Location Highlights

Kansas City, MO offers a central Midwest location with diverse cultural and recreational options. The city features the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and the National WWI Museum less than 15 minutes from downtown, offering arts and history attractions and a walkable urban core. The Country Club Plaza district provides international shopping and dining within a 10-minute drive of downtown, supporting an urban lifestyle with frequent events and nightlife. Outdoor options include Swope Park and the Missouri River waterfront, both within a 20- to 30-minute commute, supporting active, suburban-adjacent recreation such as hiking and boating. Transit options include Kansas City International Airport about 20 miles north and a growing public bus network, facilitating regional travel and weekend getaways.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and professionalism. Benefits begin your first day and include medical coverage options, 401k plan, recruiter support, and relocation assistance where applicable.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join a team that supports career flexibility and clinical growth. Travel contracts provide opportunities to work in diverse clinical settings while maintaining professional continuity and support.

EEO Statement

We 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 value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace.