Speech & Language Pathologist - Skilled - (SLP)

Job Description & Requirements

Speech & Language Pathologist - Skilled - (SLP)

StartDate: ASAP
Available Shifts: 8 D
Pay Rate: $2344.00 - $2416.00

The Speech-Language Pathologist travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico offers a rewarding opportunity to help patients improve communication, cognition, and swallowing abilities in a skilled nursing environment dedicated to personalized, compassionate care. In this role, you’ll design and implement individualized therapy programs that support recovery and enhance daily living. Albuquerque, surrounded by the Sandia Mountains and Rio Grande Valley, gives travel healthcare professionals the perfect blend of culture, nature, and vibrant Southwestern living.
Albuquerque is known for its colorful desert landscapes, rich Native American and Hispanic heritage, and lively arts scene. You can spend your free time hiking scenic trails, visiting local museums, or exploring Old Town’s unique shops and restaurants. The city’s mild climate and year-round sunshine make it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, while nearby destinations like Santa Fe and Taos offer easy weekend escapes filled with history and art. Albuquerque combines cultural depth with beautiful vistas, creating a refreshing backdrop for work and leisure.
In this skilled nursing role, you’ll evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders to help them regain communication skills and confidence. Working collaboratively with rehabilitation and nursing teams, you’ll provide therapy that supports safety, functional improvement, and quality of life. This position is ideal for Speech-Language Pathologists who value empathy, teamwork, and the satisfaction of seeing patients make meaningful progress through rehabilitation.
AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, dedicated recruiter guidance, and exclusive traveler perks to make every assignment seamless and enjoyable. With the AMN Passport mobile app, you can manage schedules, communicate easily with your recruiter, and access 24/7 support. As a trusted, publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare offers flexibility, stability, and professional resources that make it easy for travelers to thrive in their careers.
Albuquerque’s blend of cultural vibrancy, scenic surroundings, and outdoor recreation makes it an exceptional destination for your next travel assignment. You’ll enjoy sunsets over the desert, mountain trails, and a welcoming community that embraces art, music, and tradition.
If you’re a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist ready to help patients restore communication and independence while experiencing the warmth and beauty of the Southwest, this opportunity is for you. AMN Healthcare offers competitive pay, recruiter support, and traveler benefits designed to make your assignment both professionally rewarding and personally inspiring. Apply today for the Speech-Language Pathologist position in Albuquerque, New Mexico and take the next step toward a travel career that blends exceptional patient care with the culture and scenic charm of desert living.

Required Qualifications
Speech/Language Pathologist, Skilled
SLP-NM
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

Facility Location
Once a stopover town on Route 66, Albuquerque offers a unique blend of Mexican, Spanish, Native American and Anglo influences. Filled with ethnic restaurants, offbeat galleries, quirky cafes and unique architecture, it’s also a convenient base for hiking, skiing, horseback riding and camping in the surrounding mountains and deserts.

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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