Speech Therapist Specialist

Located approximately 145 km northeast of Edmonton, Athabasca offers a serene environment with a population of nearly 3000 people. The area is dominated by agriculture, forestry, and oil and gas industries, providing an interesting blend of work and lifestyle. With trails covering 17.5 square km, this setting allows for walking, biking, and cross-country skiing.

The Speech Language Pathologist II position at Alberta Health Services involves clinical professional practice as part of a collaborative team. This may include external partners and requires providing prevention, health promotion, identification, assessment, intervention, and case management. You will participate in planning, coordination, and delivery of rehabilitation services in collaboration with patients/clients, families, healthcare professionals, and other partners.

In this role, you will leverage your leadership and interpersonal skills to supervise students and provide clinical guidance to other staff as appropriate. Additionally, you will use your expertise to inform ongoing quality improvement, service integration, and program development.

We are seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist with a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and active or eligible registration and practice permit with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA). Previous experience supervising therapy assistants is desirable, as is comfort with computers and office equipment. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Estimated annual salary: $85,000 - $110,000, depending on qualifications and experience.