Acute Care Speech-Language Pathologist: Impactful Role

Gghorg; Guelph; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Guelph General Hospital is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join the acute care interdisciplinary team and contribute to the development of a comprehensive Speech, Swallowing and Communication program.

The SLP will provide high quality, evidence-based care in partnership with patients and families, adhere to CASLPO standards, and collaborate with colleagues to support safe discharge and patient-centered service.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Registered with CASLPO in good standing.
• Experience in inpatient/rehab preferred.
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient- and family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient and family centered care for communication and swallowing disorders.
• As clinical resource, educate interdisciplinary team and participate in aphasia and stroke initiatives.
• Provide education to and supervision of students.
• Collaborate with team and community services for safe discharge planning.
• Demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration and effective communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CASLPO registration

OSLA membership preferred

Job description

Guelph General Hospital is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join the acute care interdisciplinary team and contribute to the development of a comprehensive Speech, Swallowing and Communication program.

The SLP will provide high quality, evidence-based care in partnership with patients and families, adhere to CASLPO standards, and collaborate with colleagues to support safe discharge and patient-centered service.