SPEECH–LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST | ADULT COMMUNICATIONS DISORDERS
Apply Now Job ID 1509791 Date posted 02/23/2021Community :VERNON
Facility :VERNON JUBILEE HOSPITAL
Status :CASUAL
| Position Summary |
A Speech-Language Pathologist opportunity available now at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital! As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will work in a medical team based environment where service will focus primarily on adults with communication and /or swallowing disorders. Speech-Language Pathologists in the acute care setting provide evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders and speech and language problems resulting from strokes, head injury, respiratory issues, and/or other medical complications. The Speech-Language Pathologist works directly with clients and their caregivers for the purpose of creating environments that promote optimal communication/swallowing. There is an expectation to be competent in dysphagia management, including conducting and interpreting videofluoroscopic examinations. Casual employment means work requirements can vary between Zero and 37.5 hours per week. Casual employees receive 12.6% of their straight time pay, exclusive of all premiums, in lieu of scheduled vacations and statutory holidays. Upon completion of 180 hours, there is option of purchasing medical, dental and extended health benefit plans. Shifts when available will fall within a Monday to Friday schedule. Interior Health is strongly committed to staff development and encouraging growth. We offer great benefits and fulfilling opportunities to support and enhance knowledge and skills and help you progress at every stage of your Speech-Language Pathologist career. |
Qualifications |
• Registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC. • One year’s clinical experience with adults in a hospital setting and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. • Experience with Dysphagia Management and communication disorders would be an asset. • Valid BC Driver’s license where required. Interior Health now offers assistance from an Aboriginal Employment Advisor. If you self-identify as Aboriginal and would like assistance with tips on resume and cover letter writing, the Interior Health application process, or interview readiness, send us your query via email to AboriginalEmployment@interiorhealth.ca to reach an Employment Advisor. |
Interior Health values diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience and knowledge to ensure equitable health outcomes for all of the clients we serve. We are welcoming of all populations including our Aboriginal partners throughout the Interior Health Region. We are committed to increasing our Aboriginal representative workforce to build an engaged, culturally diverse organization focused on the goal of providing high quality, sustainable healthcare through an engaged workforce and healthy workplaces. We build inclusive, trusting and respectful relationships through our partnerships. At Interior Health, Every Person Matters.
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