Speech Language Pathologist

Speech and Hearing BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits (MSP, extended health)

Four weeks vacation

Moving expenses support

Employee referral program

Training and leadership development

Loan forgiveness programs

Outdoor recreation opportunities

Job summary

Speech and Hearing BC is seeking a registered Speech-Language Pathologist to assess and treat communication and swallowing disorders in adult acute care inpatients and outpatients. You will collaborate with caregivers and team members to support optimal communication and swallowing. The role supports quality assurance, meetings, and education initiatives.

Northern Health context and BC regulatory standards guide practice within a university hospital setting in Northern BC.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC.
• One year's clinical experience with adults in a hospital setting or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver's license where required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat communication and swallowing disorders in adult acute care inpatients and outpatients.
• Collaborate with caregivers and others to support optimal communication and swallowing.
• Participate in quality assurance, meetings, and educational initiatives.

Skills

Clinical experience with adults

Hospital setting

Communication and swallowing disorders

Education

Registration with College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC

Job description

Are you a registered Speech-Language Pathologistlooking to showcase your expertise in a dynamic environment? We have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Speech Language Pathology department at the University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC).

Aligned with the organization's vision, values, and the professional standards of the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of B.C., the Speech-Language Pathologist assesses and treats communication and swallowing disorders in adult acute care inpatients and outpatients. Services may be provided directly to clients or through collaboration with caregivers and others to support optimal communication and swallowing. The role also supports departmental goals through participation in quality assurance, meetings, and educational initiatives.

Position Details:

Aligned with the organization’s vision, values, and the professional standards of the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of B.C., the Speech-Language Pathologist assesses and treats communication and swallowing disorders in adult acute care inpatients and outpatients. Services may be provided directly to clients or through collaboration with caregivers and others to support optimal communication and swallowing. The role also supports departmental goals through participation in quality assurance, meetings, and educational initiatives.

Why Join Us?

• $30,000 Sign-On Bonus (taxable benefit). The deadline has been extended until September 30, 2026. All hires must have a confirmed start date on or before this deadline. Eligibility applies to regular full-time employees, with the bonus pro-rated for part-time employees.
• Comprehensive benefits (MSP, extended health/dental, municipal pension plan)
• Four weeks vacation after one year
• Financial support for moving expenses
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC

Qualifications:

• Current registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC
• One year's clinical experience with adults in a hospital setting or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Valid BC Driver's license where required

Who We Are:

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers, offering health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.