Speech Language Pathologist

St. Joseph Medical Center·Tacoma, Washington

$45 - $67/hrOther On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago

Practice for this role

Speech Language Pathologist · $45 - $67/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+9% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Tacoma, Washington ($41.59/hr, n=120)

133 similar openings in the Tacoma area · median $40.83/hr

32 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$21.63/hr · lowesthighest · $65.78/hr

this role: $45.26/hrmedian $41.59/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 120 posted allied health roles in Tacoma, Washington rates. This role sits in the 62nd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 9% above the Tacoma, Washington median for allied health roles.

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders to improve patient quality of life. This includes conducting comprehensive evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans for patients with cognitive and communication impairments.

Where You’ll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Speech Language Pathologist, you will be a vital clinician, expertly assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders to significantly improve patient quality of life.Every day, you will conduct comprehensive evaluations for all referred patients, meticulously implementing individualized treatment plans. You'll contribute clinical expertise to develop/upgrade treatment programs/protocols, and actively shape departmental and organizational goals.To be successful in this role, you will possess advanced clinical knowledge, exceptional diagnostic/therapeutic skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach. Performs patient assessment/data collection and formulates treatment plans for individuals with disorders of cognition, communication and swallow; reviews goals and treatment plan with patient and/or caregiver. Reviews medical record/documentation prior to initial evaluation to familiarize self with patient’s history and obtains necessary information to perform a thorough, quality assessment. Develops Speech Language Pathology plan of care to meet established goals and individualized needs of patient/client. Selects and administers assessment tools according to standards as established by profession and department. Completes functional swallow/communication assessment related to patient’s individual needs within the designated service area. Demonstrates clinical skills for differentially diagnosing communication and cognitive skills. **Sign on bonus for eligible new hires*
Job Requirements Required Masters Other Speech-Language Pathology and three months of recent experience (three-month internship may apply) in the field of Speech-Language Pathology in a hospital or rehabilitation setting with an emphasis in adult neurological services that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities. , upon hire Speech Language Pathologist: WA, upon hire and Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology, upon hire and Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire #SLPSJHWA

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and possess a valid WA state license. Additionally, three months of recent experience in a hospital or rehabilitation setting with an emphasis on adult neurological services and BLS-CPR certification are required.

postgraduate degree
Patient Assessment
Treatment Planning
Clinical Documentation
Patient-Centered Care
Diagnostic Skills
Neurological Services
Swallowing Disorder Treatment
Functional Swallow Assessment
Communication Disorder Treatment
Cognition Disorder Treatment

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $45 - $67/hr
Location: Tacoma, Washington
Posted: Jun 18, 2026
Closes: Sep 30, 2026
Application: Employer website

Washington SLP roles are in steady demand

Speech language pathologist positions in Washington are commonly competitive in schools, outpatient care, and other clinical settings because employers look for candidates with a current state license, Medicare and payer knowledge, and CPR certification. This platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time when comparing openings. Before applying, confirm your license status and review the specific payer and documentation expectations in the description.