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.
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: 161287-0224QETI
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: $38.04-$47.61 per hour Expected hours: 37.5 per week Benefits: