Speech Language Pathologist

CommonSpirit Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,436 - 92,932; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Seattle is seeking a Speech Therapist (Speech‑Language Pathologist) to empower individuals by evaluating and treating communication and swallowing disorders. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team focused on neurological, cognitive, and communication disorders, enhancing each patient’s quality of life.

The candidate should have a Master’s Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology, a Washington State license, and strong communication skills. The position offers a pay range of $47.50 - $67.46 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology.
• Washington State license as Speech‑Language Pathologist.
• Certification ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence within one (1) year.
• Certification CPR.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent clinical judgment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat a range of communication and swallowing disorders.
• Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s goals.
• Participate in ALS and Parkinson’s Wellness clinics.
• Perform and interpret results of the Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBSS).
• Attend case conferences and team meetings.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent clinical judgment

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology

Washington State license as Speech‑Language Pathologist

Certification ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence

Certification CPR

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Speech Therapist (Speech‑Language Pathologist) will empower individuals across the lifespan by evaluating and treating a range of communication and swallowing disorders, including speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive‑communication, auditory processing, and dysphagia. The role mitigates these challenges to significantly enhance patients' functional abilities and quality of life.

As part of a multidisciplinary Outpatient Adult Neuro Rehab team that includes neurologists, neurophysiologists, speech‑language pathologists, physical therapists, and occupational therapists, the candidate will work closely with patients who have neurological, cognitive, and communication disorders. Responsibilities include participation in ALS and Parkinson’s Wellness clinics, performing and interpreting results of the Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBSS), and developing personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s condition and goals. The clinician will also attend case conferences, team meetings, and professional development activities to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.

Success in this role requires exceptional diagnostic acumen, therapeutic skill, compassionate communication, and critical thinking to deliver evidence‑based care and achieve meaningful, individualized outcomes for each patient.

Job Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology
• Washington State license as Speech‑Language Pathologist
• Certification ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence within one (1) year
• Certification CPR
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent clinical judgment

Pay Range

$47.50 - $67.46 per hour