Speech-Language Pathologist, Acute

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for the Acute unit to deliver assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders in acute care patients. The role emphasizes collaboration with families, caregivers, and multi-disciplinary teams across multiple sites.

The position requires graduation from a recognized Speech-Language Pathology program and current BC licensure.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized university program in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current licensure in BC as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families in multi-disciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language pathology services to patients in acute care settings.
• Identify, assess, diagnose and treat communication/swallowing disorders.
• Prioritize referrals and develop individual and group treatment programs.
• Support transitions of patients between acute care, long-term care and community settings in collaboration with teams.

Skills

Communication

Judgment

Teamwork

Organization

Equipment

Physical fitness

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

BC CHPC licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist, Acute - (238002)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$44.85 - $56.02

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Jan. 4 2027

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, the Speech-Language Pathologist, Acute provides speech-language pathology services to patients in acute care settings. This role includes identifying, assessing, diagnosing and treating communication and/or swallowing disorders and providing relevant consultation and/or education for patients, families, caregivers and staff, within professional scope of practice and in accordance with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC Standards of Practice. This position prioritizes referrals, assesses, develops and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum patient care for the assigned caseload. In partnership with Community Health Services and/or Long-Term Care, the Speech-Language Pathologist, Acute supports the transition of patients between acute care, long-term care and community settings.

The Speech-Language Pathologist, Acute contributes to the achievement of organizational and departmental objectives, in accordance with established standards of practice, Island Health policies, and work-related processes, procedures and guidelines, including safety and quality protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

• Graduation from a recognized university program in Speech-Language Pathology; and
• Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

Skills And Abilities

• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, the public, medical staff and multi-disciplinary teams using verbal, written and computer-based communication. Ability to utilize conflict resolution skills to promote collaboration and effective problem-solving in multi-disciplinary settings.
• Judgment: Demonstrated ability to exercise independent, professional judgment with empathy, tact and integrity when dealing with patients and their families/caregivers. Ability to promote culturally safe, patient focused care by incorporating an understanding of cultural and spiritual beliefs and preferences, patient advocacy and social justice concerns to enhance service provision and decision making.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Organization: Demonstrated ability to independently organize work, set objectives, problem-solve and establish priorities in a complex, continuously changing environment. Manages time and resources effectively to consistently complete tasks with accuracy in the interest of ensuring effective and timely delivery of services.
• Equipment: Demonstrated ability to operate equipment including computerized systems, Microsoft Office Suite applications and clinical software programs. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Physical Ability: Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

The NRGH SLP team provides dysphagia and communication services to adults (19+) across multiple hospital settings/programs, including acute care, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatients.