Speech Language Pathologist-Ridge Meadows Hospital-Maple Ridge

Fraser Health Authority; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 58,231 - 72,751; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Pension plan

Four weeks of vacation to start

Job summary

A leading health authority in BC is seeking a qualified Speech Language Pathologist for a casual position at Ridge Meadows Hospital. The role involves assessing and developing intervention strategies for patients' speech, language, and swallowing needs, contributing to high-quality patient care. Applicants must have current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC including applicable College certification(s).
• Knowledge of CSHBC standards of practice.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Provides speech language assessment of the patient’s communication needs.
• Develops evidence-based intervention strategies.
• Implements interventions in accordance with treatment guidelines.
• Evaluates and documents effectiveness of interventions.

Skills

Knowledge of speech language pathology theory and practice

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Knowledge of dysphagia assessment

Ability to prioritize workload

Education

Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist - Ridge Meadows Hospital, Maple Ridge

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Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $42.27 - $52.81 / hour

Job Summary
We are currently looking to fill a casual position as a Speech Language Pathologist at Ridge Meadows Hospital. If you have current registration with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC (CSHBC) including applicable College certification(s), we are looking for you.

Come work with us! We invite you to apply today and find out why Fraser Health is considered an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, value diversity, and strive to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.

Joining our team offers opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every day in health care.

Responsibilities

• Provides speech language assessment of the patient\'s communication, speech and swallow functional abilities, needs, and goals by methods such as reviewing records, gathering information, interviewing the patient, identifying expectations, applying evidence-based assessment methods, consulting with the health care team, performing examinations, and monitoring the patient\'s health to support speech, language, voice and swallowing performance.
• Analyzes needs, establishes diagnosis and prognosis, develops an evidence-based intervention strategy, discusses analysis with patient and caregivers, sets short- and long-term goals, and selects a suitable intervention model to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Implements interventions in accordance with treatment guidelines and educates patients and caregivers regarding self-management and health promotion.
• Participates in interprofessional care planning, updating care plans and ensuring effective implementation and coordination of care.
• Evaluates and documents effectiveness of interventions, monitors patient responses, and adjusts plans to achieve goals and functional independence.
• Maintains seamless quality patient care by identifying referrals, screening priorities, and facilitating referrals to appropriate programs.
• Collaborates with patients and families in developing the care plan, maintaining a therapeutic relationship that respects privacy, dignity, and patient autonomy.
• Maintains patient records, documents progress, and compiles statistics and reports as requested.
• Delegates components of treatment to speech and hearing assistants with appropriate supervision and documentation.
• Acts as a resource to other professionals and participates in meetings and team activities to support evidence-based practice and quality and safety initiatives.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC including applicable College certification(s).

Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of speech language pathology theory and practice within a patient- and family-centered model; knowledge of CSHBC standards of practice; knowledge of dysphagia assessment and related equipment; ability to communicate effectively; ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to prioritize workload; basic research knowledge; ability to operate related equipment; physical ability to perform duties.

About Fraser Health
Fraser Health serves over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, with a large team of staff, medical staff and volunteers. Fraser Health is committed to diversity and cultural safety.

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