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Speech Language Pathologist
Company : Reliant Rehabilitation
Location : Yakima, WA, 98902
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Overview
When you join Reliant’s therapy team, you join a team that makes a very real impact in the lives of the patients and residents we serve. As a leading rehab therapy provider for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), Reliant therapists provide necessary rehabilitation services for our most vulnerable population.As a Reliant therapist, you also have the opportunity to advance your career through our continuing education platform, climbing our clinical ladder and utilizing the opportunity to serve with others who are working at the top of their discipline. Our executive team started their own careers as therapists working with patients, and we take great pride in promoting from within the company.We also have a team of clinicians who provide continuing training, as well as systems and proven protocols to help ensure everyone is providing therapy in the most effective way for the patients and the most compliant way to help ensure our SNF partners are covered.Why Reliant:
- Reliant is the largest independent rehab therapy provider to skilled nursing facilities and long-term acute hospitals (LTACHs)
- Great Corporate Support
- Therapy company ran by Therapists with decades of experience
- A company that desires for you to grow as a therapist and as a leader in our industry
- Currently in 38+ states in approximately 850 buildings with plenty of opportunities that fit any therapists needs in location, schedule, or development
Reliant Benefits May Include:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Multiple plans to choose from
- Life Insurance (Free and add-on)
- 401K
- PTO (Increased over time)
- Competitive Pay Packages
- Voluntary Short Term and Long Term Disability
- CEU Courses provided by CEU 360
- Tuition Repayment Programs
- Clinical Leadership Support
- Flexible Schedules
- Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).
Responsibilities
Speech Language Pathologist
Summary:
Provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Therapy and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of Speech-Language Pathology therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provide quality patient care including screening and evaluation of patients, development of initial and ongoing treatment plans of care, discharge plan, and case management responsibilities. Maintain professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with facilities and clients. Adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding speech-language pathology therapy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Optimize communication, cognitive-linguistic abilities, and swallowing skills of patients by providing, directing, and/or overseeing speech therapy
- Build a strong Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) therapy program
- Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.
- Maintain valid state license. Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of speech-language pathology therapy and the health care environment.
- Understands various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
- Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility
- Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
- Master’s Degree, or equivalent, in Speech Language Pathology
Computer Skills:
- Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation
- Basic Internet navigation skills
Certificates and Licenses:
- Valid Speech-Language Pathologist state license (where appropriate)
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Frequently asked questions
Yakima’s skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities have a steady need for Speech Language Pathologists, driven by an aging population. While demand is solid, competition is moderate, making it a promising location for SLPs seeking impactful roles within community-based care settings.
In Washington, maintaining a valid state license as a Speech Language Pathologist is essential. Additional certifications in dysphagia management or cognitive-communication disorders often enhance employability, especially in skilled nursing environments like those Reliant Rehabilitation partners with.
Reliant Rehabilitation fosters a therapist-driven culture emphasizing clinical growth and leadership advancement. Their supportive environment includes ongoing education and collaboration, ensuring SLPs feel empowered to deliver top-tier patient care while advancing their careers.
Unlike hospital SLP roles, Reliant’s positions focus heavily on skilled nursing and long-term care patients, emphasizing rehabilitation over acute care. This setting allows for longer patient interactions, comprehensive care planning, and opportunities to build programs across multiple facilities.
Reliant offers a structured clinical ladder and leadership tracks enabling SLPs to grow professionally. Through access to continuing education and mentorship, therapists can evolve into clinical leaders or managerial positions within a broad network spanning 38+ states.
Speech Language Pathologists in Yakima typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience and credentials. Reliant Rehabilitation offers competitive pay packages augmented by benefits like tuition repayment and flexible schedules.
SLPs at Reliant must balance delivering personalized therapy with maintaining compliance in skilled nursing facilities. Managing diverse caseloads, adapting to regulatory changes, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams are common challenges requiring strong organizational and clinical skills.
Entry-level SLPs often focus on gaining clinical exposure and mastering documentation protocols, while seasoned therapists lead complex cases and program development. Yakima’s market supports both levels but favors candidates with demonstrated skills in long-term care rehabilitation.
Besides comprehensive insurance and PTO, Reliant provides specialized CEU courses and tuition repayment, fostering ongoing professional development. Their therapist-led management and flexible scheduling further distinguish their support for SLPs’ career and work-life balance.
Reliant values clinical fellows transitioning into full SLP roles, offering mentorship and structured training opportunities. New graduates can expect a supportive environment to refine skills while contributing meaningfully to patient care in skilled nursing contexts.