Speech-Language Pathologist

Interior Health Authority; Vernon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a Casual Speech-Language Pathologist for Vernon Jubilee Hospital to support outpatient dysphagia and provide communication support, with some acute care responsibilities. This role offers a unique chance to work within a culturally diverse environment focused on well-being and work-life balance. Candidates should have a degree in Speech-Language Pathology and expertise in communication disorders. This position operates Monday to Friday, with hours as needed.

Benefits

Welcoming workplace

Range of benefits

Culturally diverse environment

Qualifications

• Must have expertise in typical development and disorders of communication.
• Experience in assessment and intervention in speech and language areas is essential.
• Ability to work with clients and caregivers to improve communication environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient dysphagia and communication support.
• Be available for acute care coverage as needed.
• Contribute to quality assurance initiatives and team meetings.

Skills

Expertise in communication disorders

Experience with dysphagia

Education

Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

We are hiring a Casual Speech‑Language Pathologist for the Vernon Jubilee Hospital. This position supports outpatient dysphagia, communication support and may also be required for acute care coverage.

Days of Work: Monday to Friday as needed

Shift times/Hours of work: 08:00 - 16:00 as needed

What We Offer

We are one of Canada’s Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

About The Position

The Speech‑Language Pathologist is an autonomous professional who has expertise in typical development and disorders of communication as well as assessment and intervention in these areas. The Speech‑Language Pathologist may work directly with clients and/or with their caregivers or other persons who regularly interact with them for the purpose of creating environments that promote optimal communication. The Speech‑Language Pathologist contributes to the organization and the overall goals of the department/program quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research and education.

About Us

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well‑being and work‑life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well‑being of everybody in our region.

About this location

The thriving city of Vernon is home to approximately 40,000 residents, situated at the northern end of the sunny Okanagan Valley within a short drive to Kelowna International Airport and UBC Okanagan. The city is home to a diverse arts community and boasts major amenities within close proximity to three stunning lakes and Silver Star Mountain Resort.