Pays $80k-$100k — Speech Language Pathologist market median is ~$72k (54 jobs)
Speech Language Pathologist
About the Role
Pediatric SLP, full-time. $80K-$100K, sign-on bonus, flexible schedule. Lakewood, WA.
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Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $80K - $100K
- CME allowance: $500.
- Sign-on bonus and/or student loan payment assistance
- 401(k) with 3% company match
- Quarterly performance-based bonus incentives
- Opportunity to earn up to an additional $2,000 annually in clinical bonuses
- Productivity bonuses beginning at 65% productivity
- $500 Annual Professional Stipend
- One paid 'YOU' Day each year
- Medical premiums paid at 80% by employer
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- On-site position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
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Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help children build communication skills and confidence.
Requirements
Requires a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders and a valid Washington State license. Must hold CCC-SLP certification and have pediatric experience, including internships.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $84k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 72% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 10.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$90k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
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