Position Summary: The Speech Language Pathologist will be required to provide assessment, intervention, counselling and education services relating to swallowing and communication disorders through a variety of programs.
Position Responsibilities
Position Responsibilities:
Provide speech and language intervention services in accordance with the high quality of Timmins & District Hospital
Provide video fluoroscopic swallowing assessments as required
Maintain client’s medical records including documentation of assessment results, progress notes and formal reports
Provide formal education programs for feeding / swallowing programs or communication disorders
Maintain appropriate workload measurements and caseload statistics
Assist in program development and evaluation
Supervise students & mentor graduates according to the guidelines established by CASLPO
Position Requirements
Position Requirements:
Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
Eligibility for membership in Canadian and / or Ontario Associations of Speech Language Pathologists & Audiologists
Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal modalities
Ability to implement programs consistent with the hospital’s needs
Ability to build & maintain effective working relationships
Competent in administering & interpreting tests and treatment programs
Experience in the area of neurogenic communication & swallowing difficulties & expertise in video fluoroscopic swallowing studies would be an asset
Must possess the ability to provide effective services to clients/patients in both English and French. Individuals who do not meet the language requirements of this posting are invited to submit their résumé for future consideration
Compensation & Benefits
Starting salary of $44.67/hour; $87.106.50/year (As per Step 1 of the OPSEU collective agreement.)
Option to enroll into Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan.