Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Life Care Center of South Hill is hiring a full-time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Puy, Pierce County, Washington — a role designed for clinicians who want meaningful patient impact alongside real career growth.

About the Role

As an SLP at Life Care Center of South Hill, you'll work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary rehab environment serving patients across a spectrum of communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and compensation is competitive based on experience, ranging from $40 to $53 per hour DOE.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, voice, fluency, and cognitive-communication impairments
• Assess and manage dysphagia, developing individualized dysphagia intervention plans and dietary recommendations
• Design, implement, and document evidence-based treatment programs aligned with each patient's functional goals
• Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, nursing staff, and physicians to coordinate comprehensive care
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and home programs
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory and facility standards
• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to discharge planning

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree or doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Current Washington State SLP license, or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA, or Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) eligibility — new graduates welcome
• Experience with skilled nursing or post-acute rehabilitation settings is a plus but not required
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills
• Commitment to patient-centered, outcomes-driven care

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay of $40–$53 based on experience
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Continuing education credits (CEUs) to support your clinical development
• Student loan repayment assistance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation, six holidays, and one personal day annually
• Sick leave that begins accruing from your first day
• Life insurance coverage
• Pathways into leadership and clinical advancement roles

About Life Care Center of South Hill

Life Care Center of South Hill is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Puy, Pierce County, part of the Life Care Centers of America family. Our therapy team is committed to restoring function and independence for every patient we serve — and to building the careers of the clinicians who make that possible.

How to Apply

Ready to bring your SLP skills to a team that values both clinical excellence and professional growth? Submit your application directly through this listing to be considered for this position in Puy, Pierce County.