Speech Language Pathologist

EvergreenHealth Monroe · Speech Language Pathology (SLP) Professional/Technical Posted 03/18/2026 Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist Opportunity for on‑call Acute Care Coverage. Seeking coverage for 7 or more days per month. Work in a state‑of‑the‑art new suite with new state‑of‑the‑art equipment alongside an amazing team! Wage Range: $49.69‑$79.50 per hour. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, applicable education and internal equity. Benefits Employee Assistance Program Cafeteria Discounts Free parking Job Summary Adheres to all hospital Policies and Procedures and Philosophy of Care. Consistently exhibits professional conduct that is a behavior‑based expression of the hospital’s Health & Healing principles. Provides speech‑language pathology services by a licensed professional under a physician's prescription to patients in need of treatment in the areas of Speech, Language, Cognitive and Swallowing disorders in an Inpatient Adult/Geriatric setting. Provides patient education to both patients and family members. A SLP will work with the inpatient interdisciplinary team to provide appropriate treatment plans, as well as assist with discharge planning. Finally, the SLP will also be responsible for all paperwork requirements and to ensure proper billing of services rendered. Required Education, Training and Experience; Certification/License Graduate of an accredited Masters level speech‑language pathology school with current licensure to practice in the State of Washington. ASHA certification required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Special Equipment, Skills or Other Requirements Ability to use skills acquired through education and experience to a diverse caseload of patients and age range, including pediatrics through geriatrics. Possesses an understanding of computer usage as it relates to report writing and documentation. Use of personal protective equipment as appropriate, documentation of immunization/immunity, and training related to blood‑borne pathogens is required. Work Environment and Hazards Adheres to all state and federal regulations pertaining to hazardous materials and BBP. Occasional exposure to communicable disease and hazardous substances. Work Contact Group Patients, families, co‑workers, all other hospital departments (including nursing staff), and physicians. Special Physical Demands Highly clear and audible with voice. Supervised By Rehabilitation Services Manager. Essential Functions / Technical Selects and adapts assessment methods according to individual patient needs. Interviews patients, family members, and others to obtain relevant information which may affect the treatment plan of care. Administers interviews and tests according to standardized techniques. Assesses speech and language skills as they relate to educational, medical, social and psychological factors. Prepares written evaluation for patient’s chart after initial evaluation, including a written plan of care as well as documentation of patient’s stated goals. Regularly re‑assesses patient condition throughout treatment. Plans and implements individualized patient treatment programs, defining short- and long‑term goals which are both measurable and functional; monitors progress and treatment to modify therapeutic goals. Selects treatment environments and activities according to individualized patient needs. Provides counseling and guidance to patients and family. Acts as a resource for other services which might assist the patient and/or family. Provides education, feedback and counseling to the patient and family about the patient’s speech/swallow disorder and progress in treatment. Follows all safety precautions set forth by Rehab Department; communicates immediately to department manager any safety incident or potential safety incident. Works with the inpatient interdisciplinary team to provide care planning and discharge planning assistance. Provides individualized written home and supplemental programs as needed. Adheres to all Medicare documentation provisions. Completes necessary paperwork to comply with standards and ensure proper coding and billing. Documents treatment provided and patient’s response and progress in patient’s chart. Records patient charges on day of treatment and turns charges into HUC staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr