Providence·Edmonds, Washington
Evaluate and administer medically prescribed speech and language pathology programs to restore function and prevent disability. Participate in hospital-wide safety, education, and infection control programs to ensure high-quality patient care.
Evaluate, plan, direct and administer medically prescribed speech/language pathology programs in the hospital to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury.
Assist patients to reach their maximum performance and assume a place in society while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
Participate in department Performance Improvement, Infection Control, Safety and Education programs.
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Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in Speech Language or Speech Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or closely related field Washington State Speech Language Pathologist license 1 year of experience as Speech Language Pathologist 1 year of hospital-wide experience delivering therapy to patients with speech, language, and cognitive communication disorders and dysphagia.
1 year of diagnostic experience with MBS procedures.
Why Join Providence Swedish?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Requires a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology or a related field and a Washington State license. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in hospital-wide therapy and diagnostic MBS procedures.
Market context
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.
