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Travel Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) – Inpatient Rehabilitation Contract in Pocatello, Idaho

Join an inpatient rehabilitation team as a Travel Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Pocatello, Idaho. Serve adult and geriatric patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, dysphagia, neurological conditions, and complex medical events while making a meaningful impact in an inpatient healthcare setting. Pocatello combines a welcoming community atmosphere with easy access to scenic outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, fishing, and the natural beauty of southeastern Idaho.

Travel SLP Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910–$2,050
• Specialty: Inpatient Speech-Language Pathology
• Location: Pocatello, Idaho
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Day schedule arranged as 7 days on/7 days off
• Shift Duration: 10-hour day shifts, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Healthcare Setting: On-site inpatient rehabilitation and acute care
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatric patients
• Typical Caseload: Approximately 10 visits per day with a daily census of about 20 patients
• Documentation System: Epic experience preferred

Speech-Language Pathologist Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent Speech-Language Pathology experience
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
• Active Idaho Speech-Language Pathologist license in hand at the time of submission
• Current BLS certification
• MBSImP certification or completion
• VitalStim certification or training
• Experience treating adult inpatient, acute care, or rehabilitation populations
• Ability to complete required onboarding items and laboratory requirements within 48 hours of contract signing
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to patient-centered care

Inpatient Rehabilitation SLP Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat adult and geriatric patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
• Perform bedside swallow evaluations and provide dysphagia treatment
• Conduct and interpret modified barium swallow and videofluoroscopic swallow studies
• Develop individualized plans of care and recommend appropriate diet modifications and compensatory strategies
• Provide cognitive-communication, speech, and language therapy
• Support patients recovering from CVA, TBI, dementia, encephalopathy, delirium, neurodegenerative disease, and post-extubation or tracheostomy conditions
• Apply evidence-based techniques, including hyolaryngeal exercises, oral-motor treatment, thickening strategies, and applicable free-water protocols
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment plans, safety strategies, and discharge recommendations
• Collaborate with nursing, physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, social services, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress, and discharge recommendations accurately and in a timely manner

Apply now for this Travel Speech-Language Pathologist opportunity in Pocatello, Idaho, and join an interdisciplinary healthcare team dedicated to high-quality inpatient rehabilitation care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.