Speech-Language Pathologist

Island Health

  • Nanaimo, BC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Close DateLocationNanaimo Regional General Hospital - Nanaimo, BC V9S 2B7 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementTravel between multiple sites may be requiredShift Start Time/End Time0800-1600Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeCasualSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$42.27 - $52.81Paid FTEN/AWorked BI-WEEKLY HOURSN/APlanned Start DateAug. 11 2025Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)Required for Professional RegistrationJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reporting to and under the direction of the Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Coordinator, and as a member of multidisciplinary health care teams, the Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the provision of quality patient/client-centered speech-language therapy services.Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceCurrent licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech Language Practitioner.Master's Degree from an accredited school of Speech Language Pathology.Valid BC Driver's LicenseSkills And Abilities
  • Demonstrate clinical competence congruent with service area-specific needs.
  • Work effectively as part of an multidisciplinary team, with other staff, and with patients/clients, caregivers/families, and other community organizations.
  • Utilize sound judgment, tact and empathy.
  • Demonstrate good observation and assessment skills.
  • Foster and promote good public relations.
  • Problem solve and resolve conflict.
  • Deal with others effectively.
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work independently, organize workload and establish priorities.
  • Ability to operate related equipment.
  • Ability to teach and conduct presentations.
  • Physically and emotionally perform the duties of the position.
  • Act as a resource person.
Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsThe NRGH SLP team provides communication and dysphagia services to adults (19+) within a hospital setting, ranging from acute care to outpatients.

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