Speech Language Pathologist

The Speech Language Pathologist provides professional services to support rehab care based out of the QEH which includes a) identification, diagnosis, consultation, collaboration, intensive intervention/programming, case management, education and follow-up of patients with swallowing and/or communication difficulties with possible rotation among services (inpatient/outpatient as deemed operationally necessary); b) promoting understanding of the hospital’s speech language pathology services; and c) fulfilling other related professional duties in the Physical Medicine Department.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• providing direct client diagnosis and intervention services;
• administering and interpreting modified barium swallow studies;
• triaging and managing the care of patients in both 1:1 and groups;
• participating in case conferences and/or case consultation with related professionals;
• completing necessary administrative duties required for speech language pathology with an emphasis on report writing;
• providing in-service presentations, workshops, etc. as requested;
• participating on various committees, professional development sessions, etc;
• supervising SLP students, summer students, and volunteers;
• performing other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Master’s degree or equivalent in Speech-Language Pathology;
• Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of Prince Edward Island (CASLPPEI).

Other Qualifications:

• Recent experience administering and interpreting modified barium swallow studies.
• Recent experience working with patients who have dysphagia in a hospital setting (acute care, rehab, outpatients).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as cooperatively and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated effective organizational, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in operating in a computerized environment.
• Ability to develop and lead training sessions for clients and staff.
• Must have access to reliable means of transportation.
• Must have a good previous work and attendance record.
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Applicants are expected to complete the full length of this assignment unless appointed to a permanent position.

Salary Range: $38.04 to $47.61 per hour

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 hours Bi-weekly / Days (Evenings & Weekends as Required)

Posting ID: QETI