Location: Miramichi area (Horizon), _Speech Language Pathologist - Miramichi Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time
Competition #:
120895 External
Posted:
November 28, 2024
Closes:
December 11, 2024 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time
Anticipated Start Date:
December 16, 2024
Location:
Speech Language Pathology
Miramichi Regional Hospital ~ Miramichi ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
Job Classification:
Speech Language Pathologist 1 (SL01)
Job Classification Type:
SHCP
Job Type:
Permanent Full Time
FTE:
1
Schedule:
Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements
Language Requirement:
Bilingual Essential
Salary:
41.0982 to 51.7631 per hour

JOB PURPOSE

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for providing assessment, consultation, and rehabilitation services for individuals with communication and/or swallowing disorders.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • A master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders. Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists and eligible for membership with Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC).
  • Experience in dysphagia, including videofluoroscopic swallow studies is an asset.
  • Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
  • Ability to perform the duties of the position.
  • Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for:

  • Assessing, planning, and providing therapy to individuals and groups.
  • Maintaining clinical records and documentation.
  • Providing guidance and support to therapy assistants and other health care providers.
  • Participating in interdisciplinary care planning.
  • Providing mentoring and support for students.
  • Participating in developing, maintaining, and evaluating policies and procedures.
  • Participating in developing and sharing information related to clinical skill sets, best practices, and clinical guidelines.

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Flexibility
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Patient/Client Focus
  • Planning and Prioritizing Work
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Interested? Apply Today?

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.