Speech Pathologist II

Alberta Health Services; Alberta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Alberta is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist II to provide therapy for adults with complex rehabilitation needs. The role involves collaboration within an interdisciplinary team and requires a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology along with two years of experience with neurological patients. Strong assessment and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible registration and practice permit with the ACSLPA.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with neurological patients and complex needs.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech language therapy and treatment to adults.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for effective patient care.
• Mentor and supervise Speech Language Pathology students.

Skills

Assessment skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking

Clinical decision-making

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Connect Care

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a Speech Language Pathologist interested in working with adults living in the community, who have complex rehabilitation needs. The Community Rehabilitation Interdisciplinary Service (CRIS) program located at the Strathcona Community Hospital (primary site), Kaye Edmonton Clinic, and the Misericordia Hospital is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist II (SLP II) to provide speech language therapy, patient assessment and treatment to adults living in the community with complex and neurological conditions. This position provides the opportunity to work within an interdisciplinary team, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Recreation Therapy & Social Work and a variety of other disciplines. The successful candidate will be required to maintain adequate clinical records, provide rehabilitation consultation to other staff and to mentor and supervise Speech Language Pathology students and Therapy Assistants. The ability to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and community based medical and Allied Health clinicians to prove effective patient care and appropriate discharge planning is an essential part of this role.

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide clinical professional practice both independently and as a part of a collaborative team, which may include external partners. You will be responsible for providing prevention, health promotion, identification, assessment, intervention, and case management. You will participate in the planning, coordination and delivery of rehabilitation services in collaboration with patients/clients, families, healthcare professionals and other partners. Your leadership and interpersonal skills will aid you in supervising students and providing clinical guidance to other staff as appropriate. You will use your clinical expertise to inform ongoing quality improvement, service integration, and program development.

Position Details

• Classification: Speech Pathologist II
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Community Rehabilitation Interdisciplinary Services
• Primary Location: Strathcona Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 26-OCT-2025
• Temporary End Date: 31-MAR-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $43.38
• Maximum Salary: $57.63
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Active or eligible registration and practice permit with the Alberta College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).

Additional Required Qualifications: A minimum of 2 years recent experience working with neurological patients and patients with complex needs. Must possess strong assessment, communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated problem-solving planning and organization skills. Must demonstrate a strong patient/family-centered approach to care. Working knowledge of computer applications including word processing, email and internet access, Zoom, and Teams. Ability to be self-directed and to effectively work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Strong assessment, critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills. Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP). The SLP II may be required to maintain a standing position and perform up to a medium level of work (20-50 lbs. handled occasionally) including bending and/or rotation related to client transfers or therapeutic intervention. The SLP II may sit for long periods of time on small chairs/stools or on the floor depending on the site. Required to bend, pull, lift, perform variable movements and position changes (may be required to assume awkward positions). Initiative and ability to work independently in clinical and virtual settings. Experience working in Connect Care.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in an outpatient clinic setting. Experience working with interdisciplinary teams. Must possess a sound understanding of the community and the social determinants of health.