Speech Language Pathologist

Career Links; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Career Links in Washington is seeking a Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join a hospital-based rehabilitation team with a diverse caseload across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will evaluate and treat pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients with communication, cognitive-communication, voice, language, and swallowing disorders, collaborating with physicians and therapists.

New graduates are welcome; Washington licensure or eligibility is required; CCC-SLP is preferred but

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Washington SLP license or eligibility to obtain prior to start date.
• CCC-SLP certification (preferred but not required).
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• New graduates and Clinical Fellows encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Provide skilled interventions for speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and dysphagia disorders.
• Perform clinical swallowing assessments and participate in instrumental evaluations as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with hospital policies and state requirements.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, and home programs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental programs.
• Contribute to a positive, patient-centered care environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Clinical skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC-SLP certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time | Hospital-Based Mixed Caseload (Inpatient & Outpatient)
Location: Washington
Experience Level: New Graduates Welcome!

Join a Team That Invests in Your Success

At Career Links, we connect passionate healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities nationwide. Our mission is built on understanding, integrity, and professionalism, helping clinicians find positions where they can thrive both professionally and personally.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join a collaborative hospital-based rehabilitation team in Washington. This position offers a diverse caseload across inpatient and outpatient settings, providing services to pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations with communication, cognitive, voice, language, and swallowing disorders.

Position Overview

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will provide evidence-based evaluation and treatment services to patients with a variety of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing disorders. You will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to help patients achieve optimal functional outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and physician referrals.
• Provide skilled intervention for speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and dysphagia disorders.
• Perform clinical swallowing assessments and participate in instrumental swallowing evaluations as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital policies and Washington state requirements.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, compensatory strategies, and home programs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental programs.
• Contribute to a positive, patient-centered care environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Washington Speech-Language Pathologist License issued by the Washington State Department of Health, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start date.
• Clinical Fellows eligible for Washington licensure are encouraged to apply.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred but not required.
• Completion of supervised clinical training as required for Washington licensure.
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and clinical skills.
• Previous hospital, acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, or dysphagia experience preferred but not required.
• New graduates and Clinical Fellows are encouraged to apply.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement savings plan
• Continuing education support and professional development opportunities
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Sign-on and relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Additional voluntary benefits

Why Career Links?

We believe great clinicians deserve great opportunities. Whether you're launching your career or looking for your next professional challenge, Career Links provides the support, resources, and connections to help you succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.