Speech Language Pathologist

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*Please note: AHS offers a competitive rate of pay, extensive employee benefits and a Remote Retention Allowance (annual max allowance is $3,000, prorated for part-time employees)

Are you an experienced Speech Language Pathologist looking to evolve cancer care services while applying and developing your clinical skills in a supportive environment? The Grande Prairie Regional Hospital boasts a state-of-the-art cancer care centre (GPCC) and is the first North Zone hospital to provide radiation therapy. If you are looking for the opportunity to shape service delivery, then this role is for you. Cancer Care Alberta (CCA) services are provided by a team of health care professionals dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those affected by cancer by providing support and expert care from the time of cancer diagnosis through treatment and beyond by leaders in cancer diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and palliative care. Rehabilitation Oncology team of OT, PT, SLP and TA collaborate with each other and with other health care professionals to develop and offer services, programming and patient education.

The team is working to building local capacity for effective patient care with this permanent 0.4 FTE SLP II to join the team. Reporting to Supportive Care Manager North the SLP is responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients referred to the service as well as the development, implementation and evaluation of treatment programs according to professional practice standards, program development, evaluation, student supervision and staff education. If you want the chance to make a real impact on the lives of Albertans, this is the opportunity you have been looking for. AHS is an award-winning employer and the largest fully integrated health system in Canada. Grow your career and skills in this vibrant, amenity rich community of 70,000 residents.