Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 08:00-16:00 Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $42.27 - $52.81 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date May. 30 2025 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes Job Description
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate and working without general supervision as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the delivery of quality patient/client-centered speech-language therapy services, including the development of goals and objectives and standards, resource utilization, program planning and quality assurance. Provides work direction to designated staff as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceCurrent licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech Language Practitioner.
Masters degree in Speech Pathology from a recognized university;
Knowledge of current Speech-Language Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice, including swallowing assessments and therapy, communication aids, management of neurological disorders, and voice assessment and therapy;
Knowledge of the processes related to continuous quality improvement;
Four (4) years recent related experience, including two (2) years working with adult clients/patients; or
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills And AbilitiesProvide leadership, supervision and staff evaluation for any direct reportsDemonstrate clinical competence congruent with service area-specific needsWork effectively as part of an multidisciplinary team, with other staff, and with patients/clients and caregivers/familiesUtilize sound judgement, tact and empathyDemonstrate good observational and assessment skillsPrioritize and organize work for self and othersAssign and delegate work appropriatelyFoster and promote good public relationsProblem solve and resolve conflictDeal with others effectivelyCommunicate effectively, both verbally and in writingOperate related equipment, including computerized systemsPhysical ability to perform the duties of the position Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD2710.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union HSA