Speech Language Pathologist jobs in Canada

• Education : Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry
• Experience : 5 years or more

Work setting

• Hospital (staff position)

Tasks

• Diagnose diseases and physiological disorders
• May conduct medical research on human disorders, illnesses, preventive or curative methods
• Prescribe medication and treatment
• Refer patients for surgery
• Prepare research papers for publication and presentation
• Study the nature, cause and development of diseases and the structural and functional changes caused by diseases
• Act as consultants to other physicians
• Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures
• Teach
• Perform and assist in routine surgery

Supervision

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification Examination
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Medical specialization

• Pathology

Specialization in clinical medicine

• Pediatrics

Specialization in surgery

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Medical exam
• Immunization records
• Eligible for professional liability insurance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking