Speech Language Pathologist (Upto 10k Incentives Available)

Health PEI; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their team. This role involves providing professional services to support rehabilitation care, including diagnosis, intervention, and case management for patients with communication difficulties. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and be registered with the local college. You will work collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals, ensuring high-quality care while also engaging in professional development and supervisory roles. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Registration with CASLPPEI is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct client diagnosis and intervention services.
• Administer and interpret modified barium swallow studies.
• Participate in case conferences and manage patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Critical Thinking

Decision-Making

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Registration with CASLPPEI

Tools

Computerized Systems

Job description

The Speech Language Pathologist provides professional services to support rehab care based out of the QEH which includes a) identification, diagnosis, consultation, collaboration, intensive intervention/programming, case management, education and follow-up of patients with swallowing and/or communication difficulties with possible rotation among services (inpatient/outpatient as deemed operationally necessary); b) promoting understanding of the hospital’s speech language pathology services; and c) fulfilling other related professional duties in the Physical Medicine Department.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• providing direct client diagnosis and intervention services;
• administering and interpreting modified barium swallow studies;
• triaging and managing the care of patients in both 1:1 and groups;
• participating in case conferences and/or case consultation with related professionals;
• completing necessary administrative duties required for speech language pathology with an emphasis on report writing;
• providing in-service presentations, workshops, etc. as requested;
• participating on various committees, professional development sessions, etc;
• supervising SLP students, summer students, and volunteers;
• performing other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Master’s degree or equivalent in Speech-Language Pathology;
• Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of Prince Edward Island (CASLPPEI).

Other Qualifications:

• Recent experience administering and interpreting modified barium swallow studies.
• Recent experience working with patients who have dysphagia in a hospital setting (acute care, rehab, outpatients).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as cooperatively and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated effective organizational, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in operating in a computerized environment.
• Ability to develop and lead training sessions for clients and staff.
• Must have access to reliable means of transportation.
• Must have a good previous work and attendance record.
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Salary Range: $38.04 to $47.61 per hour
Job Types: Full-time permanent, Temporary, casual
Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 hours Bi-weekly / Days (Evenings & Weekends as Required)