GHR Healthcare - Travel is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Canton, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 05/18/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Acute Care Hospital, Canton, GA (13-week)

Travel Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Acute Care | Canton, GA (30115) — 13-week travel assignment providing acute care therapy services for ICU, stroke, dysphagia, and complex medical patients. Join a collaborative hospital team and gain experience in a fast-paced clinical environment just north of Atlanta.

Quick Job Snapshot

Job Title: Travel Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) / Hospital SLP

Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,890 – $2,030

Setting: Acute Care Hospital (Hospital SLP, acute care SLP)

Location: Canton, GA (30115) — North Georgia, near Atlanta. Canton offers a welcoming community atmosphere, scenic parks, and vibrant local events. Its proximity to Atlanta provides easy access to metropolitan amenities while maintaining the charm of a smaller city. Enjoy local attractions such as the Etowah River Park, historic downtown, and a variety of dining and shopping options.

Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (May 18, 2026 – August 15, 2026)

Shift: 8-hour days (8:00am – 4:30pm), schedule varies; 40 guaranteed hours/week

Weekend Coverage: Minimum 2 weekends per 4 weeks (preferred 4/4)

Employment Type: Travel (Travel SLP, travel therapy jobs, healthcare jobs in Canton GA)

Key Qualifications (Required)

15–18 months recent clinical experience in SLP specialty, preferably acute care or hospital SLP

Active Georgia SLP license (state licensure required)

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Prior acute care / hospital experience highly desirable (ICU, stroke, dysphagia, respiratory compromise)

MBS/FEES proficiency is a plus but not required

Core Responsibilities

Provide speech-language pathology services to acute care patients across the hospital per physician orders

Assess and treat dysphagia, cognitive-communication disorders, voice, and motor speech disorders in medical/surgical and ICU populations

Manage complex caseloads including stroke/neurologic patients, respiratory compromise, and post-operative cases

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, nurses, PT/OT, respiratory therapy) to develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Perform bedside assessments, instrumental assessments as appropriate, and recommend safe diet/communication strategies

Document patient progress, insurance/authorization details, and communicate findings effectively with healthcare team

Participate in scheduled weekend coverage and provide continuity of care for acute patients

Why Join This Travel SLP Opportunity

Gain acute care SLP experience in a community hospital setting near Atlanta

Work with a supportive interdisciplinary team managing a broad range of medical diagnoses

Competitive weekly pay for travel therapy jobs and guaranteed 40 hours/week

Ready to advance your acute care SLP career? Apply now to be considered for this Travel Speech-Language Pathologist position in Canton, GA (30115). Join our healthcare team today and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

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. GHR Healthcare - Travel Job ID #478191. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Hospital About GHR Healthcare - Travel For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.