Location: Waldorf, MD

Start Date: 04-06-2026

End Date: 07-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 and diagnose speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders using evidence-based assessments
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals that drive meaningful progress
• Provide engaging, patient-centered therapy and modify approaches based on response
• Collaborate closely with therapists, nurses, physicians, and families to support holistic care
• Document clinical findings, progress, and discharge planning accurately in the EHR
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and contribute to discharge and care transition plans

Qualifications

• Active or eligible Maryland license as a Speech-Language Pathologist (required by facility)
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology (see Education section)
• ASHA CCC-SLP preferred or equivalent clinical certification
• Relevant clinical experience in rehabilitation, acute care, or outpatient settings preferred
• Current CPR/BLS certification as required by facility policies
• Ability to pass background checks and meet facility immunization requirements

Education

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology (required)
• ASHA certification (CCC-SLP) preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in standardized assessments and functional swallowing evaluations
• Experience with treatment planning for speech, language, cognition, and dysphagia
• Comfortable documenting in electronic health record systems and producing clear clinical notes
• Strong communication and family education skills to support carryover and outcomes
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary rehab team

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your move easy and comfortable
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can stay compliant without the headache
• Paid time off to rest, recharge, and explore your new surroundings
• 401K retirement savings plan and life insurance for long-term peace of mind
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, get rewarded
• Supportive interdisciplinary team that values your clinical voice and ideas
• Clear assignment length and schedule so you can plan your life around work

Travel Perks: Explore Waldorf, MD

This is a contract travel assignment in Waldorf, MD — a great base for both local charm and big-city escapes. Explore Calvert Cliffs State Park for hiking and fossil hunting, enjoy boating and waterfront dining along the Patuxent River, or take a quick trip to the scenic Chesapeake Bay. Weekend adventures to historic Annapolis and Washington, D.C. are within easy driving distance for museums, theaters, and great dining. Local shopping, parks, and community events make settling in pleasant and convenient.

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