Part-Time / Full-Time Speech and Language Therapist

Life Care Center of South Hill is located in Puyallup, Washington, a city known for its agricultural heritage, vibrant community events, and suburban charm with easy access to Tacoma and Seattle. Residents enjoy the annual Washington State Fair, numerous parks, and a revitalized downtown filled with shopping and dining options.

Our resort-style, state-of-the-art facility, which opened in 2016, specializes in short-term skilled care and has been recognized for excellence in patient outcomes and quality care. Life Care Center of South Hill was named one of U.News & World Report’s 2025 Best Nursing Homes and holds a prestigious 5-Star CMS Rating, reflecting our commitment to exceptional service. Life Care Center of Souths is a long-term care and

post-acute care facility, well known for its extraordinary customer service,

high-quality nursing and therapy services, and high employee morale and

We are currently looking for a full-time Speech Language Pathologist.

Full-time : $40-$50 / hr DOE

PRN : $55 / hr

education and growth opportunities

of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states

In-house

rehab programs with empowering work environments

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Graduate of an accredited program in speech therapy (minimum MS or MA SLP)

ASHA certified (CCCs) OR must be eligible for 9 month Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) in order to earn ASHA certification (CCCs) and / or meeting ASHA credentialing criteria. Once achieved, must maintain ASHA credentialing.

Participates in community health matters / projects as appropriate

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail

Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to : patient rights, and safety and sanitation

Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential information

Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s  Code of Conduct and completes mandatory  Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

SLP CCC only) Must be able to oversee and evaluate care given by SLP CFYs

~(SLP CFY only) Must be able to follow speech therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising SLP CCC and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines

~ Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately

~ Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

~ Read, write, speak, and understand the English language