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Speech Language Pathologist P1

Providence Health Care

Vancouver

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CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

An established health care provider is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work closely with interdisciplinary teams, providing essential assessment and therapy for patients with communication and swallowing disorders. With a supportive environment that prioritizes professional growth and mentorship, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while working in a state-of-the-art facility designed for integrated care. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a collaborative team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Unlimited physiotherapy and massage

Paid vacation

Work-life balance opportunities

Unionized stability

Pension plan

Growth opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

Current full registration as a Speech Language Pathologist with CHCPBC.
Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

Provide direct assessment and therapy for communication and swallowing disorders.
Collaborate with care teams to develop treatment goals and care plans.
Educate patients and families about communication and swallowing issues.

Skills

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Communication Skills

Assessment and Therapy

Teaching and Supervision

Documentation and Quality Improvement

Education

Full registration as a Speech Language Pathologist

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The salary range for this position is CAD $42.27/Hr. - CAD $52.81/Hr.

Providence Health Care's Speech Language Pathology department is now hiring for a temporary full-time Tuesday to Saturday line, with Monday, Sunday, and stats off, based primarily out of St. Paul's Hospital. This position will be until June 26th 2026 or the return of the incumbent.

Our SLPs are key members of our Allied Health team, working closely with other Allied disciplines like Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy as well as other members of our care teams to tackle the rewarding variety of treatment needs of the patient populations we serve. With a tight-knit and supportive departmental working environment that fosters a sense of community amongst practitioners dedicated to patient care, being an SLP at Providence provides incredible opportunities for interdisciplinary learning, mentorship, and professional development.

Your duties will include

Assessment & Intervention Provide direct, individualized assessment and therapy for adults with communication and/or swallowing disorders in acute and long-term care settings, using appropriate clinical tools and evidence-informed practices.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Communication Work closely with care teams, patients, and families to develop treatment goals and care plans. Share findings and recommendations through verbal and written communication, and participate in rounds, conferences, and referrals.
Education, Supervision & Mentorship Educate patients, families, and staff about communication/swallowing issues. Support student learning through clinical supervision and assist with in-service education and interdisciplinary knowledge sharing.
Documentation, Quality Improvement & Professional Growth Maintain accurate clinical documentation and treatment stats. Engage in ongoing learning, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and support research and department development projects.

Education

Current full registration as a Speech Language Pathologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).

Skills And Abilities

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with patients and families when assessing and treating communication and/or swallowing disorders.
Ability to provide supervision and teaching to students.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Competitive salary $42.27 - $52.81 CAD per hour, depending on experience
Comprehensive benefits Eligible employees receive a robust medical and dental benefits package, including unlimited physiotherapy and massage, as well as paid vacation
Work-Life Balance Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Providence is proud to offer a range of opportunities including full-time, part-time, and casual, with no evenings, limited weekends, and most shifts starting at 8AM and finishing by 4PM.
Unionized Stability Enjoy the consistency and security offered by a unionized role.
Pension plan Work towards a comfortable retirement through employer-matched contributions to one of Canada's strongest pension plans!
Meaningful impact Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of patients, including many from marginalized communities.
Growth opportunities We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
State-of-the-art facilities The new St.Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
Inclusive culture We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value th

Your Day to Day

Provides direct intervention for inpatients/outpatients/residents with communication and/or swallowing problems.
Uses appropriate assessment instruments to determine diagnosis and candidacy for therapy; develops an appropriate individualized therapy program.
Maintains effective communication with all staff. Works collaboratively with the team, the patient and family in identifying treatment goals. Liaises with treatment team regarding patient management through verbal and written reports, i.e. rounds, conferences. Makes appropriate recommendations/referrals and arranges for follow-up as needed. Communicates effectively with colleagues within the department to ensure quality patient care.
Educates patients, families and/or staff about communication and swallowing deficits and provides suggestions and education regarding the ongoing management of the deficit areas.
Maintains an organized work environment including shared work spaces, materials and patient records. Schedules patient/family treatment sessions according to caseload guidelines.
Reports and discusses issues or problems relating to patient care with Professional Practice Leader. Keeps Professional Practice Leader informed of patient load, waitlists, and referral sources. Assists Professional Practice Leader in identifying service gaps/opportunities for improving service delivery.
Responds to internal and external inquiries regarding the service with input from other staff as needed.
Completes assessment reports and maintains up-to-date progress reports, relevant correspondence, records, daily treatment statistics, etc., following established procedures.
Maintains current knowledge base through interaction with other members of the Communication Disorders department and colleagues in other facilities. Regularly participates in authorized educational activities on topics relevant to practice. Assists the Professional Practice Leader in identifying, developing and implementing quality improvement initiatives.
Maintains knowledge of relevant community resources.
Develops, implements and evaluates in-service education and education programs for patients and families independently or in collaboration with other staff.
Assists the Professional Practice Leader in coordinating the student fieldwork experience program. Provides clinical supervision and opportunities for student observations as required.
Represents Communication Disorders on interdisciplinary committees as directed by the Professional Practice Leader. Assists the Professional Practice Leader in identifying site initiatives that require Speech-Language Pathologist input.
Independently or in collaboration with others identifies research opportunities and develops research projects through methods such as drafting proposals and collecting data. Integrates the application of research findings into practice.
Maintains department equipment/materials/supplies and provides input to the Professional Practice Leader regarding equipment, supply and space needs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care & the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

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