Speech Language Pathologist | Acute

Interior Health Authority; Cranbrook; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established public health authority is seeking a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join a dedicated team at East Kootenay Regional Hospital. In this role, you will enhance the quality of care by working closely with clients and their caregivers, fostering environments that promote optimal communication and swallowing. The position offers flexibility with casual day shifts and the potential for career growth within a supportive culture. Join a workplace recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, where well-being and work-life balance are prioritized, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education opportunities

Employer paid vacation

Employer paid insurance premiums

Extended health & dental coverage

Municipal Pension Plan

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Expertise in communication and swallowing disorders is essential.
• Experience in assessment and intervention for clients with these needs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients and caregivers to enhance communication.
• Create supportive environments for optimal swallowing abilities.

Skills

Communication Disorders Expertise

Swallowing Disorders Expertise

Client Interaction

Assessment and Intervention

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Joining us at East Kootenay Regional Hospital (EKRH) you will play a critical role in enhancing the quality of care by working closely with clients, caregivers, and other key individuals to create supportive environments that foster optimal communication and swallowing abilities.

Earn $42.27 to $52.81 per hour.

What We Offer

We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Work-life balance

About The Job

Join a dynamic and dedicated team of caring professionals as an autonomous professional who has expertise in typical development and disorders of communication/swallowing as well as assessment and intervention in these areas. The Speech-Language Pathologist will work directly with clients and/or with their caregivers or other persons who regularly interact with these people for the purpose of creating environments that promote optimal communication and swallowing for adults requiring this care.

Casual Employment Opportunities

Embrace flexibility with casual day shift positions, offering a range from zero to 37.5 hours per week. Joining us in a casual role opens doors to internally posted openings, providing the opportunity to apply for permanent or temporary part-time or full-time positions. Interior Health values career growth and many success stories begin with casual on-call positions, evolving into a rewarding, long-term career. Days of work: Monday to Friday; 08:00 to 16:00.

About Us

Love your career and where you live! We're proud to be a Canada's Top 100 Employer. We are a leading public health authority in B.C. and 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.

This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who is passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of clients while contributing to a positive and forward-thinking team culture. If you’re ready to apply your expertise and collaborate in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you!