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Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$90,921 / year median in Washington
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist LiveWell Homecare Agency Tacoma, WA Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $85,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing License reimbursement Paid time off Qualifications Personal service client interaction documentation Oral-motor/feeding interventions Client rapport building Multidisciplinary collaboration in speech-language pathology Working with pediatric populations Mid-level Outpatient experience Master's degree Evidence-based practice Speech-Language Pathology License Pediatrics Working with families Patient interaction Experience working with families with children Communication skills Speech-language treatment progress monitoring Therapy progress note documentation Full Job Description Full-time Speech Language Pathologist position in an outpatient private practice, treating infants and children up to age nine with flexible 40-hour/week schedule. Our team collaborates with occupational therapists, physical therapists, family resource coordinators, and specialists such as dieticians and vision/hearing experts. Ideal candidates have experience with birth-3 populations and feeding disorders; new graduates completing CFY are also considered. Responsibilities include developing evidence-based speech programs, working with patients and families, evaluating progress, documenting services, and team collaboration. Qualifications include 2+ years pediatric experience preferred, Master's degree, state licensure, strong communication skills, and rapport-building ability. Benefits encompass competitive salary ($60,000-$85,000), profit sharing, paid time off, insurance, continuing education, license reimbursement, and more. Work is in person.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)