Speech Pathologist Jobs in Washington
Speech Pathologist jobs in Washington are in strong demand, with consistent openings in school districts, pediatric healthcare systems, and acute care hospitals at every level from new graduate to clinical fellow to senior staff. The heaviest hiring is concentrated in Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma, where employers such as Seattle Children's, Providence Health and Services, and the Northshore School District maintain ongoing caseloads year-round. The most sought-after specialties in Washington are pediatric language disorders, augmentative and alternative communication, and dysphagia management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
UW Medical Center - Northwest has an outstanding opportunity for Speech Pathologist.
WORK SCHEDULE
Part-time (0.4 FTE / 16 hours per week)
Day Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
UW Medicine Rehabilitation - Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation. We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides professional speech, language, and/or audiology services to individuals with communicative disabilities such as language or articulation disorders, hearing loss or impairments, cerebral palsy, cleft palate, stuttering or voice disorders, neurological speech disorders, or delayer/disordered articulation and language
- Identifies and evaluates hearing, language, and speech abilities using various diagnostic tools
- Develops treatment programs with the cooperation of physicians, speech pathologists, audiologists, psychologists, social workers, physical and occupational therapists, counselors, and teachers
- Plans and provides for evaluation and treatment of individuals including: the provision for follow-up auditory threshold evaluations on persons failing the initial test measures and on those who are unable to participate in routine evaluation procedures, behavioral observation audiometry techniques, visual reinforcement audiometry techniques, play audiometry, standard pure tone or speech audiometry techniques, site of lesion testing, impedance audiometry, TROCA (tangible reinforcement operant conditioning audiometry), and other advanced testing techniques such as auditory brainstem response audiometry
- Confers with family, clinical personnel, teachers, and other professional staff in the evaluation, treatment, and progression of client
- Directs and evaluates speech-language or audiology students
- Provides non-medical rehabilitation services to persons when appropriate, including: hearing aid selection, fitting and training procedures, use of auditory training equipment, application of audiometry training, speech reading, sign language training and counseling procedures, and preventative hearing conservation measures
- Uses appropriate treatment methods for receptive and expressive language disabilities, aural habilitation/rehabilitation, articulation and voice disorders, stuttering and development of alternative means of communication (e.g., language board, sign language, etc.)
- Uses equipment such a digital audio recorders, software/hardware-based speech analysis systems, visi-pitch, computer-assisted and augmentative communication devices, audiometers and assistive listening devices, and other specialized apparatus for communication needs
- Assists with research and development .
REQUIREMENTS
A Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology or Communicative Disorders or equivalent degree approved by the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association
AND
A Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association
AND
One year of experience as a speech pathologist, audiologist, or equivalent is preferred
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team . Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$49.30 hourlyPay Range Maximum:
$71.57 hourlyOther Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
40.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest ProfessionalAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
Job Description
UW Medical Center - Northwest has an outstanding opportunity for Speech Pathologist.
WORK SCHEDULE
Part-time (0.4 FTE / 16 hours per week)
Day Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
UW Medicine Rehabilitation - Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation. We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides professional speech, language, and/or audiology services to individuals with communicative disabilities such as language or articulation disorders, hearing loss or impairments, cerebral palsy, cleft palate, stuttering or voice disorders, neurological speech disorders, or delayer/disordered articulation and language
- Identifies and evaluates hearing, language, and speech abilities using various diagnostic tools
- Develops treatment programs with the cooperation of physicians, speech pathologists, audiologists, psychologists, social workers, physical and occupational therapists, counselors, and teachers
- Plans and provides for evaluation and treatment of individuals including: the provision for follow-up auditory threshold evaluations on persons failing the initial test measures and on those who are unable to participate in routine evaluation procedures, behavioral observation audiometry techniques, visual reinforcement audiometry techniques, play audiometry, standard pure tone or speech audiometry techniques, site of lesion testing, impedance audiometry, TROCA (tangible reinforcement operant conditioning audiometry), and other advanced testing techniques such as auditory brainstem response audiometry
- Confers with family, clinical personnel, teachers, and other professional staff in the evaluation, treatment, and progression of client
- Directs and evaluates speech-language or audiology students
- Provides non-medical rehabilitation services to persons when appropriate, including: hearing aid selection, fitting and training procedures, use of auditory training equipment, application of audiometry training, speech reading, sign language training and counseling procedures, and preventative hearing conservation measures
- Uses appropriate treatment methods for receptive and expressive language disabilities, aural habilitation/rehabilitation, articulation and voice disorders, stuttering and development of alternative means of communication (e.g., language board, sign language, etc.)
- Uses equipment such a digital audio recorders, software/hardware-based speech analysis systems, visi-pitch, computer-assisted and augmentative communication devices, audiometers and assistive listening devices, and other specialized apparatus for communication needs
- Assists with research and development .
REQUIREMENTS
A Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology or Communicative Disorders or equivalent degree approved by the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association
AND
A Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association
AND
One year of experience as a speech pathologist, audiologist, or equivalent is preferred
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team . Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$49.30 hourlyPay Range Maximum:
$71.57 hourlyOther Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
40.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest ProfessionalAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
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Speech Pathologist Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Edu-Aids11
- Career Links9
- CenterWell6
- HiredFirst6H
- Ampersand Therapy6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in speech pathologist jobs across Washington.
- Active Washington State speech-language pathologist license issued by the DOH
- Master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from ASHA
- Completed clinical fellowship year with documented supervised hours
- Experience using AAC devices and evidence-based intervention protocols
- Strong documentation skills for IEP compliance or electronic health records
Speech Pathologist Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a speech pathologist in Washington?
You must hold an active license from the Washington State Department of Health, which regulates speech-language pathologists through its Health Professions Quality Assurance division. To qualify, you need a master's degree from an accredited speech-language pathology program, completion of a supervised clinical fellowship year, and a passing score on the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology. Many Washington employers also expect the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence before independent practice.
How much do speech pathologists make in Washington?
Speech pathologists in Washington earn a median of about $105,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,330 for the lowest 10% to over $132,630 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire speech pathologists in Washington?
Employers hiring speech pathologists in Washington right now include Edu-Aids, Career Links, and CenterWell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's mix of large integrated health systems, public school districts under strong special-education mandates, and pediatric specialty centers creates a broad range of settings where speech pathologists are consistently recruited.
Which Washington cities have the most speech pathologist jobs?
Seattle, Tacoma, and Puyallup have the most speech pathologist openings in Washington right now. Seattle dominates because of its concentration of major hospital systems, pediatric specialty centers, and large urban school districts, while Spokane's role as eastern Washington's regional medical hub and Tacoma's cluster of school districts and health networks drive steady demand outside the metro core.
Are there remote speech pathologist jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because much of the work involves in-person assessment and hands-on therapy. About 13% of speech pathologist openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the growth of telepractice platforms that deliver services to rural and underserved communities across the state. School-based teletherapy and adult dysphagia follow-up consultations represent the roles most likely to be offered remotely.
How can I get hired as a speech pathologist in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your clinical fellowship year with a Washington employer, since many health systems and districts will hire graduates specifically to fill that supervised role. Seattle Children's, Providence Health, and large district cooperatives such as ESD 101 in Spokane regularly onboard new graduates and fellows. Candidates who hold their Washington DOH license application in process, have strong AAC or autism spectrum experience from graduate placements, and can demonstrate familiarity with Washington IEP procedures stand out noticeably over those with only coursework credentials.
Where can I find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings updated regularly. Search the listings to see roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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