Speech-Language Pathologist | Acute

Interior Health Authority; Trail; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Casual Speech-language Pathologist at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, BC. This role involves working with clients to enhance their communication and swallowing abilities, contributing to departmental goals, and enjoying the benefits of a supportive work environment. Trail offers a beautiful setting with recreational opportunities, making it an ideal place to work and live.

Benefits

Eligible for B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program

Opportunities for skill maximization and growth

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to connect with diverse backgrounds.
• Creative in supporting clients’ goals.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with clients to improve communication and swallowing.
• Contribute to quality assurance initiatives and education.
• Engage in respectful communication and conflict resolution.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Conflict resolution

Job description

We are seeking a Casual Speech-language Pathologist at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, BC.

Days of work: Days, Monday to Friday

Shift times: 08:00 to 16:00

This is a casual position. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and that days of work and shift times may vary. Many careers with us begin with casual employment and lead to permanent or temporary career opportunities.

How will we help you grow?

Interior Health offers excellent benefits and many opportunities to maximize your skills. We are an organization where you have room to grow in a place where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you.

• New Rate as of April 1, 2024 will be $42.27 to $52.81.

This position may be eligible for the B.C. Loan Forgiveness Program.

What will you work on?

Join a dynamic and dedicated team of caring professionals as an autonomous professional with 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 individuals to create environments that promote optimal communication and swallowing for adults requiring this care. The Speech-Language Pathologist contributes to the organization and overall goals of the department/program, including quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and education.

How will you create impact?

The SLP has the potential to positively change clients’ lives by improving their speech, language, communication, and swallowing abilities.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an SLP with excellent oral and written communication skills, and someone who can connect with people from diverse backgrounds. The SLP should be creative in supporting clients’ goals while adhering to program guidelines, and be an active, engaged team member capable of respectful communication and conflict resolution in a timely manner.

Where are we located?

Trail is situated on the Columbia River in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia. It offers affordable real estate, outstanding recreational facilities, and abundant outdoor activities. The community features breathtaking vistas, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and various service clubs and organizations, making it one of the most desirable places in the Kootenay Boundary region.

"Trail has great opportunities for family recreational activities, and the slower pace and lower cost of living make it an ideal place to work, settle down, and start a family. I love the beautiful scenery and wildlife, and the small community atmosphere makes it feel like home!" – Pamela Hanson, Pediatric/Maternity RN, KBRH

Apply today!