Pediatric Outpatient Speech Pathologist

About the Role

Where kids and families are always first, MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network cares for children as its purpose. As the state‑designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound, it provides a comprehensive network of care designed specifically for children and adolescents. The Speech Pathologist position offers clinical services and communication with patients, families, and other professionals in the medical community, allowing the application of extensive knowledge and expertise in speech pathology.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, interpretation, and reporting of clinical observations.
• Perform patient assessments with physicians and develop treatment plans.
• Perform and interpret results of videofluoroscopic swallow studies and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluations of swallowing.
• Confer with physicians and other health‑care professionals.

Requirements

• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology (CCC‑SLP) from the American Speech‑Hearing‑Language Association, or be in the process of completing a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) under supervision by a CCC‑SLP in accordance with ASHA standards.
• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Washington or holding an interim permit.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Previous experience as a Speech Language Pathologist preferred.

About Mary Bridge Children’s

For more than 70 years, MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network has cared for children and families across the South Sound. Anchored by an 82‑bed pediatric hospital in Tacoma, Mary Bridge offers a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a 24‑hour pediatric‑only Emergency Department, and a state‑designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center. The network delivers expert, family‑centered care across inpatient, outpatient, and specialty services, supported by multidisciplinary teams dedicated to the unique needs of every child and family.

Why Mary Bridge Children’s?

• Built for children and families with a strong focus on family‑centered care.
• Award‑winning care: named a Top Children’s Hospital by The Leapfrog Group six times in the past eight years; physicians recognized on Top Doctors lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met, and the Tacoma News Tribune.
• Growing for the future with a new pediatric hospital and medical office building designed to support the future of children’s care.
• Well‑being and support through generous time off, wellness resources, and programs to help maintain work‑life balance.
• Living our values of respect, integrity, kindness, and collaboration.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle offering natural beauty, adventure, and strong community connections.

Pay and Benefits

The position offers a competitive salary range of $49.36 – $78.25 USD, influenced by skill set, experience, certifications, and education. The comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, retirement benefits, and paid time off.