Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist: This 1.0 FTE/Full-time position is scheduled to work 10-HR day shifts.

Compensation: Non-exempt, $47.07/HR - $66.50/HR

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION: Student Loan Repayment Assistance OR a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus, conditions apply.

Benefits:

At Mason Health, we are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional growth and personal well-being. Whether you are a Part-time or Full-time member:

 

Health & Wellness Benefits:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – With employer paid premiums for full-time employees

Mental Health & Wellness Resources – Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Talkspace, and the Calm App.

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Financial Benefits:

Retirement/Deferred Compensation Plans – Mason Health contributes 8% of your compensation every pay period when you contribute at least 5%.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Tuition Assistance Program

Approved by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for student loan repayment programs.

Time Off & Work-Life Balance:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Accrue up to 8 hours of PTO every bi-weekly pay period, starting with 5 weeks of PTO and increasing to 7+ weeks after 3 years.

Exciting Incentive:

Employee Referral Program – Earn up to $7,500 depending on the role.

PNW Living:

• Nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest – Shelton offers the perfect balance of work and lifestyle, with access to top outdoor recreation, local dining, and unique attractions. Located near Olympic National Park and Puget Sound, it’s a gateway to adventure, surrounded by lush evergreen forests, crisp mountain air, and serene waters.

Job Summary:
Responsible for the evaluation of patients, determining plan-of-care and goals of treatment, participating in treatment of patients within the scope of Speech and Language Pathology. Provides oversight to therapy assistants and students in following the plan-of-care and treatment of patients appropriate to the age of the patient served; provides supervision to therapy aides and volunteers. Works as part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for the patient. Provides a “Patients First” experience and supports a positive workplace by maintaining a professional work environment while completing all assigned tasks in a timely and accurate manner.

Job Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Evaluates assigned patients and establishes a treatment plan and goals, using data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observation, and team members.
2. Completes patient treatment according to plan of care and modifies plan to meet patient needs, and updates plan as appropriate.
3. Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards.
4. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource.
5. Actively develops and maintains professional and clinical skills. Participates in staff meetings, patient care meetings, educational in-services, caregiver orientation and other professional activities. Maintains awareness of policies and procedures and performance standards.
6. Consistently demonstrates MGH values and provides all patients/customers with an excellent service experience.
7. Recommends and participates in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:

1. Current Speech Pathology license from the state licensing board
2. Clinical Certificate of competence from American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA)
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or within 180 days of hire.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to assess patients’ conditions and exercise independent judgment.
2. Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience.
3. Strong organizational and analytical skills.
4. Ability to manage multiple priorities and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment.

Mason Health practices equal employment opportunity towards all workforce members and applicants for employment. Mason Health does not engage in or tolerate any discrimination in the workplace prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. Specifically, no workforce member will be discriminated against on the basis of their race, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion/creed, age, disability, marital or veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law.