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Nealy Pierce, LLC

Speech Therapist Acute Care SLP

Enid, OK · On-site

$38 - $51.25/hr

Acute Care position working in the ICU, Med/Surg, PCU, etc. * 1:1 Patient Care - see 8 to 10 patients per day * Mentorship and training from an experienced SLP * 1 hour of documentation time daily

GENIEPRO TECHNOLOGIES INC

Speech Therapist SLP

Cumming, GA · On-site

$35 - $47.25/hr

Minimum 2 years of Speech Therapist experience Active Georgia SLP License (CCC-SLP required) BLS (AHA) certification Acute care experience preferred MBS/FEES proficiency is a plus (not required ...

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How much do temporary acute care slp jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary acute care slp in the United States is $44.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.74 and $50.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Acute Care Slp vs Inpatient Speech-Language Pathologist?

AspectTemporary Acute Care SlpInpatient Speech-Language Pathologist
CertificationsCCC-SLP, state licensureCCC-SLP, state licensure
Work EnvironmentHospitals, acute care unitsHospitals, inpatient units
Employer & IndustryHospitals, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, healthcare facilities
Search & Comparison IntentTemporary, acute care settingsInpatient hospital settings

Temporary Acute Care SLPs and Inpatient Speech-Language Pathologists both work in hospital environments, providing critical communication and swallowing therapy. The main difference is that Temporary Acute Care SLPs are hired for short-term assignments, often covering leaves or peak periods, while Inpatient SLPs are typically permanent staff members. Both roles require similar credentials and work in similar settings, but their employment duration and job stability differ.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Acute Care Slp job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 25% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $92,039 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

Speech Language Pathologist - IPR

Ubertal Inc

Pikeville, KY • On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Title: Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Inpatient Rehab / Acute Care SLP
Location: Onsite – Pikeville, KY
Duration: 13 Weeks Contract

Job Description:
Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) supporting Inpatient Rehab (IPR) and Acute Care settings, delivering speech therapy, swallowing therapy, and communication disorder treatment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate, assess, and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders across adult and geriatric populations
  • Develop, implement, and modify individualized speech therapy treatment plans in inpatient rehab and acute care settings
  • Provide dysphagia therapy, oral-pharyngeal treatment, and communication rehabilitation
  • Document evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and clinical reports accurately
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, and rehab staff
  • Educate patients and families on therapy plans, home programs, and recovery strategies
  • Participate in weekend rotation (~every 4th weekend) and holiday coverage as required
  • Maintain compliance with clinical standards, regulatory guidelines, and facility protocols

Skills:

  • Speech Language Pathology (SLP), Speech Therapist, Speech Therapy
  • Inpatient Rehab SLP, Acute Care SLP, Dysphagia Therapy, Swallowing Disorders
  • Communication Disorders, Oral Motor Therapy, Cognitive-Communication Therapy
  • Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Clinical Documentation
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Rehabilitation Therapy
  • Basic Computer Skills, Clinical Software, Documentation Systems

Qualification:

  • Kentucky SLP License required
  • BLS Certification required
  • ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP) preferred
  • Minimum 1 year travel experience required