Speech Language Pathologist

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join their dynamic Allied Health team. In this role, you will assess and treat adult patients with communication and swallowing disorders, working collaboratively with a multi-professional team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care in a renowned hospital setting, known for its commitment to research and education. With a focus on General Internal Medicine and Oncology, you will have the chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while enjoying a supportive work environment that values professional development and lifelong learning.

Benefits

Competitive offer packages

Government organization benefits

Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development and promotions

Corporate discounts (travel, restaurants, etc.)

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Registration with CASLPO required.
• 2 years of experience in an acute care hospital preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Work in a multi-professional team and assist with clinical coverage.
• Maintain a professional demeanor in a stressful environment.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to function in a stressful environment

Flexibility and ability to prioritize

Self-directed/life-long learning

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Registration with CASLPO

OSLA membership

Job description

• Department: Allied Health and Hyperbaric Chamber

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s No. 1 hospital and the world’s No. 1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education, and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine, and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World, and it is only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Allied Health
Reports to: Manager, Allied Health
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $42.21 to $52.76 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Shifts: Days
Closing Date: May 9, 2025

As an integral member of Allied Health, the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides assessment and treatment for adult patients with communication and swallowing disorders. The successful candidate will work in a progressive multi-professional team, participate in rounds, meetings, and quality initiatives, and assist with coverage across other clinical service areas as necessary. This position would primarily focus on the General Internal Medicine & Oncology patient population. The candidate will perform all other duties as required.

Duties

• Recognize and act within the scope of practice of a speech-language pathologist.
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and to deal with changes in tasks with short notice.
• Ability to function in an independent, self-directed manner and to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to function in a stressful environment while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Have an understanding of healthcare teams and how the skills and competencies of all members contribute toward patient management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent, required.
• Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO), required.
• Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologists (OSLA) membership, preferred.
• 2 years of experience in an acute care hospital, preferred.
• Experience in the assessment and treatment of General Internal Medicine and Oncology patients, preferred.
• Experience in professional education, presentation, and in-services, preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to self-directed/life-long learning and evidence-based practice.
• Compliance with legislation outlined in Regulation of Health Professions Act (1991).
• Compliance with departmental and hospital safety, emergency, and infection control procedures.
• Experience in development, implementation, and monitoring of quality indicators, preferred.
• Experience with Surgical, Nephrology, Cardiac, and ICU patient populations an asset.

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages.
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service.
• A flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization.
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.).

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record, along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate is misleading, inaccurate, or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.