Speech Language Pathologist

Career Links; Omak (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing education and professional/

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Relocation assistance

Sign-On Bonus Potential

Job summary

Career Links is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to join a hospital-based rehabilitation team in Washington. You will evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice and swallowing disorders, working closely with physicians, nurses and therapists.

New graduates are welcome to apply, with opportunities to grow clinically in a diverse inpatient setting and participate in care conferences, documentation, and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Washington SLP License or eligibility for licensure.
• ASHA CCC-SLP preferred.
• Clinical Fellows who meet provisional licensure encouraged to apply.
• CPR/BLS certification current or obtainable upon hire.
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and interpersonal skills.
• New graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Provide treatment for speech, language, articulation, fluency, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Perform bedside swallowing evaluations and participate in instrumental assessments as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, compensatory strategies, and home programs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in care conferences, discharge planning, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental programs.
• Maintain compliance with Washington licensure requirements and professional standards of practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Washington SLP license or eligibility

ASHA CCC-SLP (preferred)

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Hospital-Based Generalist

Job Type: Full-Time | Hospital-Based Generalist
Location: Washington
Experience Level: New Graduates Welcome!

At Career Links, we connect passionate healthcare professionals—therapists, social workers, psychologists, interpreters, educators, and more—with exciting and meaningful opportunities across the country. Our mission is to serve with understanding, integrity, and professionalism, pairing talented professionals with top-tier facilities in rewarding assignments and locations.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join a collaborative hospital-based generalist rehabilitation team in Washington. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population across inpatient hospital services, providing evaluation and treatment for a variety of communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Position Overview

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment services to patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing disorders. You will work closely with physicians, nurses, patients, families, and other rehabilitation professionals to provide individualized, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Provide treatment for speech, language, articulation, fluency, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Perform bedside swallowing evaluations and participate in instrumental assessments as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, compensatory strategies, and home programs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in care conferences, discharge planning, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental programs.
• Maintain compliance with Washington state licensure requirements and professional standards of practice.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Washington Speech-Language Pathologist License or eligibility for licensure through the Washington State Department of Health.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.
• Clinical Fellows who meet Washington state provisional licensure requirements are encouraged to apply.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and interpersonal skills.
• Previous hospital or acute care experience preferred but not required.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

We offer a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Sign-On Bonus Potential
• Relocation Assistance Available to Qualified Candidates

Why Choose Career Links?

Because your career should be as rewarding as the care you provide. At Career Links, you'll find the opportunity, support, and benefits that empower you to thrive—professionally and personally.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.