speech-language pathologist

Government of Canada; Prince George; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health institution in Canada is seeking a speech-language pathologist to conduct evaluations, diagnose speech disorders, and develop treatment plans. This hybrid role involves working in-person and remotely, requiring a Master's degree and relevant licensure. Candidates must exhibit strong communication skills and be client-focused. The position offers substantial benefits, including health coverage and opportunities for professional development. Applicants must be willing to relocate and provide necessary documentation, including immunization records and a driver's license.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Pension plan

Free parking available

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities is required.
• Immunization records and criminal record check needed.
• Valid driver's license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language tests and examinations.
• Diagnose and evaluate various speech and language disorders.
• Develop and implement remedial programs.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Windows

MS Word

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Master's degree

Experience

Will train

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work setting

• Fluency disorders
• Language disorders
• Treatment centre
• Articulation disorders
• Various locations
• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Voice disorders
• Public or community health centre
• Resonance disorders
• Speech-language and voice problems of hearing impaired
• Willing to relocate
• Rehabilitation centre and special health institution

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language tests and examinations
• Diagnose and evaluate speech, voice, resonance, language, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders
• Develop, plan and implement remedial programs to correct speech, voice, language, resonance, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders
• Establish group and personalized care plans working as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Provide advice and educational services to patients and families regarding communication and swallowing disorders
• Establish personalized care plans working as a member of an interdisciplinary team

Credentials

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Experience and specialization

• MS Outlook
• MS Windows
• MS Word

Additional information

• Immunization records
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Wellness program