Speech Pathologist II

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Red Deer is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to manage adult clients with swallowing and communication difficulties. The role involves conducting clinical assessments, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and providing guidance to team members. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and strong critical thinking skills. This position is essential in delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Experience managing adult clients with communication difficulties preferred.
• Strong clinical expertise and leadership skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments for swallowing and communication.
• Manage caseload and ensure efficient service delivery.
• Participate in planning and coordination of rehabilitation services.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Sound clinical judgement

Critical thinking

Innovative solutions

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Your Opportunity: Under supervision of the SLP Clinical Lead and the Area Manager of Allied Health, this position is responsible for the management of adult clients with swallowing and communication difficulties in a fast paced, dynamic acute care environment at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. The SLP will provide both clinical and instrumental swallowing assessments (VFSS) with the potential for service delivery to any unit including the Intensive Care and Emergency Department. The position will work collaboratively with SLP and interdisciplinary colleagues to manage caseload and ensure efficient service delivery. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are paramount in this role. Sound clinical judgement and critical thinking combined with the ability to create innovative solutions for complex challenges are also essential in this position.

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.