Portland is well established as the ‘hipster’ capital of the U.S.A and for good reason. Loaded with unique breweries, locally-owned shops, and food trucks throughout the city, it’s easy to understand while you’ll already be wishing you had more than one weekend to spend in Portland! *Fun Fact: You’ll also love Portland because it’s one …
Need a MedBridge promo code? Use code TRAVELTHERAPY. As a MedBridge affiliate, I am happy to offer a MedBridge promo code to PTs, OTs, and SLPs! MedBridge is an amazing source of continuing education credits for all therapists. It is especially useful for traveling therapists who may find it difficult to attend live seminars …
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In December of 2014, I applied for a Connecticut Speech-Language Pathology license from the State Board of Examiners. My home was in the Boston area, and I wanted to open up travel SLP job opportunities that were fairly close to home. When I applied for the CT license, I already earned my CCCs, and was …
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Speech-Language Pathology is continually ranked as one of the best fields to work in. Is being a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) all that it is cracked up to be? You may be wondering: what are the pros and cons of being a Speech-Language Pathologist? As somebody who has been practicing for 10 years, I can think …
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The job market for travel therapists has been on the decline for almost a year. In the summer and early fall of 2019, companies started to reduce staffing in the wake of PDPM and PDGM Medicare cuts. The down job market was then followed by the first wave of COVID, which now appears to be …
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So, you are thinking about being an SLP in an SNF. Now, you are wondering what are the pros and cons. Hi, I’m Julia, and I have been a traveling SLP for over 10 years. During that time, I’ve taken short-term contracts in all medical settings. I’ve worked in acute, inpatient rehab, SNF, LTC, and …
Maui is a stunning island with idyllic beaches and lush forest! There’s an endless amount of things you can do on this Hawaiian Island. From whale watching to snorkeling, eating shave ice and fresh local cuisine, and driving one of the coolest roads in the world. The only thing you’ll be asking yourself is why …
Welcome to the ultimate guide to Maui! Maui is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands, which is also known as “The Valley Isle”. Maui has so much to offer, from the stunning beach to windswept palms and luscious jungles. It’s no wonder that Conde Naste travelers have voted it the Best Island in the US …
The past five months have been extremely challenging for our community of traveling therapists. What started in September with waves of therapy layoffs due to CMS changes grew into a large decline of jobs and mass layoffs as states went into the shelter in place orders with COVID. Many travelers took permanent positions to weather …
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Unemployment has been the talk of a lot of online therapy forums lately as clinics and schools are closing in the midst of COVID-19. As many therapists are sadly getting furloughed, let go from jobs completely, or hours drastically cut, it’s a topic on many people’s minds. Sally Paulding, is an SLP who found herself …
Wow, it’s finally happening! You submitted your application and resume to your dream speech-language job and you got an interview! There is only one thing between you and your dream job, and that’s the interview process. You may be experiencing a mix of feelings and emotions, and anxiety may be one of them. I’m here …
Travel therapy community, I wanted to check in and let you know that I am thinking of you. It has been a really difficult week for our community and things are changing by the day. I wish I could tell you what to do or what to expect in the future, but I cannot. This …
