Mid Level Speech Pathologist Jobs
Mid level speech pathologist jobs go to clinicians ready to own their caseloads, mentor newer staff, and shape clinical decisions with real autonomy. Openings are spread across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like Dysphagia Management Systems, CoxHealth, and Children's Health hiring at this level now.
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Individuals in this role are key members of a multi-disciplinary team providing services to children with cleft and craniofacial differences. Prefered candidates will have a minimum of 3 years related experience and/or training with a cleft lip and palate/craniofacial team. Responsibilities will include perceptual and instrumental assessment of velopharyngeal function and other craniofacial speech disorders, differential diagnosis of cleft palate-related speech disorders, and involvement in decision-making for surgical or prosthetic management of VPI. Candidates with research interests are welcomed.
About the Seattle Children's Craniofacial Center
The Craniofacial Center specializes in the treatment of cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, craniofacial microsomia and other complex craniofacial conditions. Under the leadership of Drs. Michael Cunningham, Medical Director, and Srinivas Susarla, Surgical Director, the center has become one of the largest programs of its kind in the country and one of the busiest clinics in the hospital.
Our multidisciplinary team provides diagnosis and long-term management for children with craniofacial differences. We have a comprehensive craniofacial team of over 40 healthcare providers from 19 specialty areas, dedicated to providing all aspects of care to children with craniofacial conditions. This combination of specialties enables us to create an individual plan of care for each child. Surgical techniques developed by our craniofacial surgeons are revolutionizing the way craniofacial surgery is done all over the world. These innovative procedures enable doctors to address even the most serious and complex craniofacial differences and provide the benefits of improved health and function for an increasing number of children.
Required Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited university.
Required Credentials
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Washington State Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Preferred
Experience interpreting velopharyngeal imaging studies.
Three or more years of experience on multi-disciplinary craniofacial team
Pediatric hospital experience.
Functional knowledge of a second language.
Compensation Range
$46.96 - $70.43 per hourSalary Information
This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.
Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants
This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.
Benefits Information
Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.
About Us
Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE
Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho – the largest region of any children’s hospital in the country.
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Seattle Children’s among the nation’s best children’s hospitals. For more than a decade, Seattle Children’s has been nationally recognized in key specialty areas. We are honored to be one of the nation’s very best places to care for children and the top-ranked pediatric hospital in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
As a Magnet designated institution, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it’s delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.
Our Commitment
Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The people who work at Seattle Children’s are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves.
Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.
Individuals in this role are key members of a multi-disciplinary team providing services to children with cleft and craniofacial differences. Prefered candidates will have a minimum of 3 years related experience and/or training with a cleft lip and palate/craniofacial team. Responsibilities will include perceptual and instrumental assessment of velopharyngeal function and other craniofacial speech disorders, differential diagnosis of cleft palate-related speech disorders, and involvement in decision-making for surgical or prosthetic management of VPI. Candidates with research interests are welcomed.
About the Seattle Children's Craniofacial Center
The Craniofacial Center specializes in the treatment of cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, craniofacial microsomia and other complex craniofacial conditions. Under the leadership of Drs. Michael Cunningham, Medical Director, and Srinivas Susarla, Surgical Director, the center has become one of the largest programs of its kind in the country and one of the busiest clinics in the hospital.
Our multidisciplinary team provides diagnosis and long-term management for children with craniofacial differences. We have a comprehensive craniofacial team of over 40 healthcare providers from 19 specialty areas, dedicated to providing all aspects of care to children with craniofacial conditions. This combination of specialties enables us to create an individual plan of care for each child. Surgical techniques developed by our craniofacial surgeons are revolutionizing the way craniofacial surgery is done all over the world. These innovative procedures enable doctors to address even the most serious and complex craniofacial differences and provide the benefits of improved health and function for an increasing number of children.
Required Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited university.
Required Credentials
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Washington State Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Preferred
Experience interpreting velopharyngeal imaging studies.
Three or more years of experience on multi-disciplinary craniofacial team
Pediatric hospital experience.
Functional knowledge of a second language.
Compensation Range
$46.96 - $70.43 per hourSalary Information
This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.
Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants
This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.
Benefits Information
Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.
About Us
Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE
Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho – the largest region of any children’s hospital in the country.
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Seattle Children’s among the nation’s best children’s hospitals. For more than a decade, Seattle Children’s has been nationally recognized in key specialty areas. We are honored to be one of the nation’s very best places to care for children and the top-ranked pediatric hospital in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
As a Magnet designated institution, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it’s delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.
Our Commitment
Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The people who work at Seattle Children’s are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves.
Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.
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- Houston Methodist2
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Mid Level Speech Pathologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level speech pathologist job?
Position yourself around ownership and outcomes, not just task completion. Highlight caseload complexity you have managed independently, any mentorship or training you have provided, and measurable results such as patient progress data or program improvements. Tailor your resume to show clinical decision-making and specialty depth, and make sure your cover letter addresses the specific population or setting the employer serves.
Which companies hire mid level speech pathologists?
Companies hiring mid level speech pathologists right now include Dysphagia Management Systems, CoxHealth, and Children's Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including health systems, school districts, rehabilitation networks, and outpatient specialty practices looking for clinicians who can work with limited supervision.
Are there remote mid level speech pathologist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by specialty and employer. About 5% of mid level speech pathologist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with teletherapy roles most common in school-based and adult outpatient settings. Fully on-site positions remain standard in acute care, skilled nursing, and early intervention programs where in-person assessment is required.
How do I move up to a mid level speech pathologist role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built through deepening clinical independence over your first few years. Focus on expanding the complexity of cases you can handle without supervision, developing a specialty area such as dysphagia, AAC, or pediatric language, and taking on visible contributions like leading a small project, training a new hire, or improving a clinical workflow. Consistent documentation of measurable patient outcomes strengthens your case for advancement.
Which industries hire the most mid level speech pathologists?
Mid Level speech pathologist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the mid level because they need clinicians who can manage complex or high-volume caseloads independently, fill specialty gaps, and contribute to program quality without requiring close oversight.