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Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Location: Seattle, WA
Agency: United Health Care Staffing
Pay: $2,350 to $2,550 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 6/1/2026
About the Position
AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified SLPA in Seattle, Washington, 98110!
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Location: Burien, WA
Start Date: 06-01-2026
End Date: 08-31-2026
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day)
Hours per Week: 40
Roles & Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough swallow evaluations and dysphagia assessments to guide safe patient care
- Provide individualized treatment for patients with dysphagia and related communication needs
- Perform limited cognitive evaluations and interventions as appropriate
- Deliver compassionate care across ICU, PCU, Tele, Medical, Surgical and ED settings
- Collaborate closely with nursing, rehab aides, and interdisciplinary teams for coordinated treatment plans
- Document assessments and treatment in EPIC accurately and in a timely manner
- Educate patients and families on safe swallowing strategies and prognosis
- Participate in departmental orientation and contribute to a positive clinical culture
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in dysphagia and swallow evaluations
- Familiarity with acute inpatient workflows and patient populations (CVA, post-op cervical, end-of-life care)
- Proficiency with EPIC electronic charting
- Ability to assess and treat communication and limited cognitive deficits
- Skilled at patient/family education and discharge planning collaboration
- Comfort evaluating and treating patients across ICU, PCU, Medical, Surgical and ED environments
About United Health Care Staffing
"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?
At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.
We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).
Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.
Requirements
- Washington state license required
- BLS certification required
- CCC-SLP verification required
- Minimum of 2 years acute inpatient SLP experience
- Experience with EPIC charting
- Comfort working across critical care areas (ICU/PCU/ED) and floating between sites
- Video swallow (VFSS/MBSS) experience preferred but not required
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
- Paid Time Off so you can recharge and come back ready to care
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Continuing education and CEU support to help you stay current
- A collaborative, supportive team that values your expertise
- Flexible scheduling options to help balance life and work
- Career development and internal mobility opportunities
- Workplace perks like business casual or scrubs in any color - comfort encouraged
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Salary : $2,350 - $2,550