About this opportunity
Jackson Therapy Partners lists this Travel Speech Language Pathologist opportunity in city of wilkes barre, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 24 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
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 CFY and current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA
Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
1+ year recent experience required
Must be licensed in PA as a Speech Therapist
ASHA certificate of clinical competency required
BLS required
Must have independent with MBSS (Modified Barium Swallow Studies)
Inpatient rehab & acute care experience required
Assignment Details
Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Every other weekend required
Every other holiday required
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
Competitive Referral Bonuses
100% Paid Housing Available
Travel & License Reimbursement
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Traveling SLP and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.
Location Highlights
Wilkes-Barre offers access to both city amenities and outdoor recreation in northeastern Pennsylvania. The city sits along the Susquehanna River and is about 20 miles from Mohegan Pennsylvania, a regional entertainment destination with dining and live events. Seven Tubs Natural Area is located about 5 miles from downtown and features sandstone potholes, short hiking trails, and picnic areas for outdoor time between shifts. The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts is in downtown Wilkes-Barre, and Scranton is about 20 miles away for additional dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. Pocono Mountains recreation areas are within about 40 to 50 miles, offering skiing, hiking, and weekend trips for travelers who enjoy an active lifestyle.
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.
Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID # . 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 Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
Worksite address
city of wilkes barre, PA, 18701, US
Who can apply
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