Location: Lockhart, TX

Start Date: 03-02-2026

End Date: 06-01-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shifts, 36 hours/week guaranteed; exact start/end times and specific days not provided by the facility

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' communication and swallowing abilities using evidence-based assessments
• Develop individualized treatment plans that target functional goals and meaningful progress
• Provide skilled therapy interventions for dysphagia, language, cognition, and voice disorders
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and family members to ensure coordinated care and smooth transitions
• Document progress clearly and timely in the facility’s medical record system
• Train and educate staff and families on carryover strategies and safe swallowing techniques
• Monitor outcomes and adjust plans to maximize residents’ independence and quality of life

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for Texas Speech-Language Pathologist license
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology (required)
• ASHA CCC-SLP preferred but not strictly required
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or rehab settings preferred
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Strong documentation skills and comfort using electronic health records

Education

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Knowledge & Skills

• Assessment and treatment of dysphagia and safe swallowing management
• Therapy for language, cognition, articulation, and voice disorders
• Skilled clinical reasoning with functional, person-centered goals
• Good interpersonal and team communication skills
• Familiarity with common assessment tools and progress measurement
• Ability to educate staff and caregivers with patience and clarity

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused
• Paid time off so you can recharge and avoid burnout
• Support for licensure and professional development (paperwork-friendly help)
• Continuing education opportunities to grow your skills and resume
• A collaborative, supportive interdisciplinary team that values your voice
• Comprehensive onboarding and a dedicated recruiter who actually answers your questions
• Flexible conversations around schedule to help maintain work-life balance
• Employee referral program and internal recognition for great work

Travel Perks: Explore Lockhart, TX

Lockhart is famous as the Barbecue Capital of Texas—think legendary spots for a weekend food pilgrimage. Enjoy a charming historic downtown square, local festivals, and a friendly small-town vibe. Outdoor lovers can take short drives for rivers, parks, and hiking spots nearby. If you want city energy, Austin is a short drive away for live music, eclectic food scenes, and weekend cultural outings—perfect for mixing small-town calm with big-city adventures.

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