Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Merkel, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted. Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position. Job Title Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Location Merkel, TX | Long Term Care Schedule / Job Type Contract | Days | Onsite Key Responsibilities Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve swallowing, cognitive, and communication abilities and to decrease aspiration risk Lead, guide, and direct the delivery of speech language pathology and audiology services in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations and established facility policies and procedures Provide appropriate care and services to residents consistent with their plan of care, tolerance, and availability Proactively build and manage caseloads using available patient referrals and treatment opportunities while meeting productivity expectations Communicate any barriers to completing treatment to facility leadership in a timely manner Required Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of SLP experience (Required) Active Texas SLP license or compact state license (Required) Ability to remain onsite and available to work scheduled hours, making reasonable efforts to reschedule or complete treatment sessions when clinically appropriate Preferred Experience / Skills Prior experience working in a long term care or skilled nursing facility setting Experience managing dysphagia and implementing swallowing intervention strategies Why Join Us Hour expectations apply when the traveler remains onsite and available, offering a degree of scheduling predictability in a supportive long term care environment Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' quality of life through specialized speech and language pathology services Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID 802381. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: Therapy - Speech Language Pathologist About Concentric Healthcare Staffing Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust. The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth. Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline. Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others