Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient

Providence; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Swedish is seeking a speech-language pathologist (SLP) to deliver and supervise services in communication, cognition and swallowing across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role includes evaluations and development of individualized care plans upon physician referral, implementing plans, reassessment, and active discharge planning within a multidisciplinary team including patients and families.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Washington Speech Language Pathologist License required upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and supervise services in communication, cognition, and swallowing.
• Perform evaluations and develop individualized plans of care after physician referral.
• Reassess treatment results and participate in discharge planning.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team including patients and families.
• Serve pediatric adolescents and inpatient/outpatient settings as needed.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Washington SLP License

BLS - American Heart Association

Job description

The speech-language pathologist (SLP) delivers and supervises others in the delivery of services in the areas of communication, cognition and swallowing. Upon physician referral the speech-language pathologist will perform evaluations and develop individual plans of care to maximize functional outcomes, implementing the plans of care, reassessing treatment results, and actively participating in discharge planning. Services are delivered within the framework of a team approach, including all disciplines, the patient and their significant others. Provision of services for pediatric adolescents as well as for both inpatients and outpatients may by required. These services are delivered in compliance with Swedish Medical Center standards, national and professional standards, state practice acts, and current accepted state of the art practice.

Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish First Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech/language pathology from an accredited program
• Upon hire: Washington Speech Language Pathologist License
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications:

• Related experience

Why Join Providence Swedish Swedish?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.