Job Description & Requirements
Speech & Language Pathologist - Acute - (SLP)
StartDate: 8/3/2026 Available Shifts: 9 D Pay Rate: $1529.00 - $1576.00

Travel NICU Speech Therapist jobs in Houston, Texas let you assess and treat feeding and swallowing disorders in premature and medically complex newborns. You will perform Modified Barium Swallow Studies, evaluate speech and swallowing abilities, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop care plans. Patient caseloads are dependent, and you will use Meditech Magic/Meditech Expanse for documentation. Neonatal experience and a current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA, along with a Texas State License in Speech-Language Pathology, are required. Pediatric and adult experience are preferred. Houston, Texas offers vibrant arts, diverse dining, and easy access to outdoor recreation. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, the AMN Passport mobile app for career management, and high ethical standards. Apply now to join this Travel NICU Speech Therapist assignment in Houston, Texas.

Required Qualifications
Speech/Language Pathologist, Acute
Experience: 1 year
Licenses: SLP-TX(Copy needed)
Certifications: ASHA-ASHA(Copy Needed); BLS-AHA(Copy Needed)
SSN Required
DOB Required
Work History: Should not be more than 90 days of gap in last 1 year

Facility Location
From rodeos and performing arts to space exploration and medical research, Houston is a city with a uniquely vibrant style and flair. This truly Texas-size city is the ideal destination for traveling health care professionals looking to broaden their skills at highly respected facilities, while enjoying the city’s cosmopolitan flair, renowned arts scene and wide open spaces.

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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