Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
3 months ago
Innisfail, Canada
Alberta Health Services
Full time
Position Overview:
As a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist II, you will play a vital role in enhancing the communication abilities of children. This position involves working both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on delivering assessment and therapeutic services primarily to preschool-aged children and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
In your capacity as a Speech Language Pathologist, you will engage in clinical practice that encompasses both independent work and teamwork.
- Providing prevention, health promotion, assessment, intervention, and case management services.
- Collaborating with patients, families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to plan and deliver rehabilitation services.
- Utilizing your leadership and interpersonal skills to mentor students and offer clinical support to colleagues as needed.
- Applying your clinical knowledge to drive continuous quality improvement, service integration, and program development.
Classification: Speech Pathologist II
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
Unit and Program: Children's Rehabilitation Services
Work Schedule: Regular Part Time
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Shift Pattern: Days
Compensation: Minimum Salary: $43.38, Maximum Salary: $57.63
Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License and Vehicle Required
Qualifications:
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Active or eligible registration and practice permit with the Alberta College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).
Additional Qualifications:
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Reliable vehicle for business use and travel.
Preferred Experience:
Preference will be given to candidates with a background in pediatric rehabilitation and experience working alongside Therapy Assistants.