Job Description & Requirements
Speech & Language Pathologist - Acute - (SLP)
StartDate: 6/1/2026 Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $2253.00 - $2321.00

This Speech-Language Pathologist opportunity is based in Nags Head, North Carolina, a vibrant coastal town in the heart of the Outer Banks. Nags Head offers miles of wide, sandy beaches, stunning sunrises over the Atlantic Ocean, and a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle. Residents enjoy easy access to iconic Outer Banks landmarks, including nearby lighthouses, the natural dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park, and the historic aviation heritage of the Wright Brothers area in adjacent communities. The region is known for surfing, kiteboarding, stand-up paddleboarding, fishing, boating, and kayaking, along with local shops, fresh seafood restaurants, and seasonal festivals that create a welcoming small-town atmosphere year-round. The facility is part of a respected regional health system with a strong commitment to serving coastal and rural communities in eastern North Carolina. As an SLP here, you will be supported by a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that may include physical and occupational therapists, physicians, nurses, case managers, and social workers. The culture emphasizes evidence-based practice, continuous learning, and high-quality, patient-centered care. Providers benefit from access to system-wide resources, clinical support, and opportunities to grow within a broad network of hospitals and clinics. Depending on final placement within the facility, the SLP will provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for adults and/or pediatric patients presenting with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing disorders. Typical responsibilities include conducting standardized assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, delivering one-on-one or group therapy, educating patients and families, and collaborating closely with the care team on discharge planning and follow-up needs. If the department offers specialized services, the role may include instrumental swallowing assessments, participation in interdisciplinary stroke or rehab teams, or focused work with particular diagnostic populations.

Required Qualifications
Speech/Language Pathologist, Acute
Licenses: SLP-NC
Certifications: ASHA
OR
Speech/Language Pathologist, Outpatient

Preferred Qualifications
outpatient and acute, adults and peds in the OP setting

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Pay quotes are an estimate of gross weekly pay, including non-taxable reimbursements, based on available information and subject to confirmation.

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