Speech Language Pathologist

PERTH AND SMITHS FALLS DISTRICT HOSPITAL

**DEPARTMENT**: ALLIED HEALTH, REHABILITATION SERVICES

**POSITION**: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (ADULT)

Temporary Full Time - 1 year (minimum)

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The Speech Language Pathologist provides clinical assessment and treatment services to adult patients with suspected communication and swallowing disorders in accordance to the Standards of Practice and Ethics of the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario.

Works across the continuum of care (acute, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation through the Day Hospital program).

Observes the Code of Ethics of the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO).

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**:
Master's degree or equivalent in Speech Language Pathology

Current unrestricted registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO)

Experience in communication disorders involving voice, congenital, acquired or progressive neurological disorders and swallowing

Experience in assessment and management of swallowing disorders; must be able to perform bedside swallowing assessments

Minimum of 1 year of relevant clinical experience in a hospital setting preferred

Experience conducting and interpreting videofluoroscopic swallowing studies

Minimum 1 year clinical experience with a varied caseload

ASSETS

Experience across continuum of care (acute - rehab)

Experience with augmentative/alternative communication systems

Experience with performing bedside swallowing assessments

Demonstrates proficiency working in an interdisciplinary team setting

Demonstrates initiative, self-direction, flexibility, organization, leadership and decision-making skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Must provide own transportation and be willing to travel to provide service

Computer literate - Microsoft Office

SALARY $44.67 - 57.90 per hour