Speech Language Pathologist

Job Type: Full-Time | Hospital-Based Inpatient & Outpatient
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 inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation team in Washington
. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population and provide evaluation and treatment for a variety of communication, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders.
New graduates are encouraged to apply.

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment services to patients across both inpatient and outpatient settings. You will work closely with physicians, nurses, patients, families, and other rehabilitation professionals to develop individualized treatment plans and support optimal functional outcomes.

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician referrals.
• Provide treatment for speech, language, articulation, fluency, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Perform bedside swallowing evaluations and participate in instrumental swallowing assessments as appropriate.
• Provide therapy to patients across inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
• 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, state, 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.

• 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, acute care, or outpatient 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

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.

Whether you're a new graduate, Clinical Fellow, or experienced Speech-Language Pathologist, we'd love to hear from you. Join Career Links and become part of a collaborative hospital-based team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings in Washington.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.