Speech-Language Pathologist

Boyer Children's Clinic is currently seeking a Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team! Boyer provides medical, therapy, special education and family services to infants and young children with developmental delays, and their families. For more information, visit

Speech-Language Pathologists at Boyer Children's Clinic provide family-centered therapy services to infants and young children with a wide range of developmental needs, including autism, sensory processing differences, neuromuscular conditions, feeding challenges, and developmental delays. Therapists partner closely with caregivers to build strategies that support each child’s development and daily participation.

This role involves working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across the organization and coordinating with community providers to ensure comprehensive care. Services are delivered in a variety of settings, including client homes, community locations, and via telehealth.

*Please note that we are prioritizing candidates that are able to provide services primarily in West & South Seattle*

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and provide treatment for children in natural environments and via telehealth
• Establish and carry out appropriate therapy programs and alternate/augmentative communication systems according to each child's needs.
• Collaborate with caregivers to build practical strategies that support development and daily skills
• Maintain accurate documentation and electronic medical records, including IFSP-related documentation
• Coordinate care with other therapists, educators, medical providers, and community partners
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and agency trainings
• Support Medicaid-related care coordination and administrative requirements
• Contribute to staff education and professional development through trainings and sharing best practices

Position Requirements

Education, Licenses, Qualifications and/or Certifications:

• Previous experience of 2 years as a Speech-Language Pathologist working with children who have disabilities or equivalent desired.
• Masters of Science degree in Speech Language-Pathology. Background in neurogenic speech disorders, language disorders, autism, and pediatric feeding is desired, but not required
• Must possess a Certification of Clinical Competence by the American Speech and Hearing Association and Washington State Department of Health Speech and Language Pathologist License. Clinical Fellows may be considered.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification are required.
• Must possess valid Washington State Driver’s License, automobile insurance, and a reliable means of transportation.

Required Abilities & Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents, staff, co-workers, and physicians.
• Ability to instruct parents and other persons involved in the handling and management of children with varying and/or complex needs.
• Ability to pass Washington State DSHS criminal history and background check and FBI fingerprint check.

Benefits:

• We give you an exceptionally structured orientation with a ramp-up schedule to assist you.
• We offer a 37.5 hour workweek and other schedule flexibility.
• We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account (if enrolled in a QHDHP health plan), Basic Life Insurance, AD&DD Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Supplemental Life & AD&DD Insurance, 403(b) Plan (with discretionary match), .0462 hours of sick leave for every hour worked, 12 paid vacation days, three weeks' paid program closures, 13 paid holidays, four paid Wellness Days, three days paid bereavement leave, and up to two weeks paid jury duty leave (unpaid leave beyond two weeks if needed), continuing education benefits, and monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement.

Compensation:

$73,049 - $111,566 annually

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; frequently required to sit and talk or hear; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch, and navigate stairs; and occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds (average three-year-old).

Loan Forgiveness:

If you are employed by a nonprofit or government and have student loan debt through the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program, you may be eligible for loan forgiveness, cancellation, and/or consolidation under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF). Please direct your questions regarding your eligibility to your student loan program.

Please note, COVID-19 and seasonal flu vaccination is strongly encouraged.

Boyer Children's Clinic is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in regard to providing reasonable accommodations when needed.

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About the Organization

Boyer was organized in 1942 by a group of doctors, parents and volunteers to provide services for children with cerebral palsy in a community setting. Today, over 75 years later, Boyer continues to be a leader and highly-valued resource in the community promoting services for children with neuromuscular disabilities and developmental delays. We are medical professionals, therapists, educators and other professionals who are dedicated to the children and families we serve. We provide the uniquely team-directed and family centered services and professional training that has distinguished the agency since inception far into the future.

As we grow, we're looking for passionate, driven and civic-minded employees who embrace innovation, change and diversity, and embody our values.

EOE Statement Since 1942, Boyer Children's Clinic has worked to empower families and improve the lives of children with special needs. We recognize the impact of a diverse staff who reflect the families we serve, and we continuously strive to extend our core values of equity and inclusion into the broader community. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment at Boyer, especially members of underrepresented groups and veterans. We are committed to recruiting and hiring individuals, and treating employees during employment, without regard to any legally protected class.

This position is currently accepting applications.