SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Northern Health - BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Northern BC seeks a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join its dynamic team. This role involves providing essential therapy to patients with communication and swallowing disorders in align with professional standards. You'll be part of a vibrant department dedicated to enhancing patient care while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health/dental benefits

Municipal pension plan

Four weeks vacation after one year

Employer-paid training opportunities

Financial support for moving expenses

Qualifications

• Registered with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of B.C.
• Experience with adult acute care and outpatient settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat communication and swallowing disorders in patients.
• Work with clients and caregivers to promote effective communication.

Skills

Communication Disorders

Treatment Planning

Patient Care

Education

Registered Speech Language Pathologist

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position.

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Speech Language Pathologist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Speech Language Pathology department.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, and in accordance with professional standards and the code of ethics outlined by the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of B.C., the Speech-Language Pathologist provides evaluation and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders to adult acute care inpatient/outpatient patients. The Speech-Language Pathologist may work directly with clients and/or with their caregivers or other persons who regularly interact with them to create environments that promote optimal communication and swallowing. The Speech-Language Pathologist contributes to the organization and the overall goals of the department, including quality assurance initiatives, meetings, and education.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:00 to 16:00

University Hospital Of Northern BC (UHNBC) is the largest acute care facility within the Northern Health Region and a hub for specialized health services. It’s also a teaching hospital.

• Provides undergraduate physician training through the Northern Medical Program, run by the University of British Columbia and University of Northern British Columbia.
• Hosts residents in UBC’s Family Practice Residency Program.
• Is a key clinical education site for nursing and many health sciences students at UNBC, the College of New Caledonia, BCIT, and other institutions.

UHNBC has benefited from nearly $100 million in expansions, renovations, and new equipment since 2001:

• Patient care addition with an expanded emergency room and updated ICU.
• State-of-the-art maternal-child care centre, including a single-room neonatal ICU.
• Facilities to accommodate undergraduate physician training.
• MRI unit.

UHNBC is also home to a cancer centre for Northern BC, offering a wide range of cancer treatments including radiation therapy.

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health, and culture for northern British Columbia, serving a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers, and employees. The city offers affordable housing, land prices, and transportation costs, resulting in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Wages are above provincial averages, providing residents with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. With a population of approximately 82,300 residents and serving nearly 320,000, Prince George is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. It is also home to the University of Northern British Columbia, Canada’s Green University. The warm, friendly, and diverse community reflects a strong and dynamic community spirit. Learn more about what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you:

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for both part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option to pay for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Note: As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications, such as program certificates or diplomas, transcripts, etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

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