Speech Language Pathologist - Adult

Location: Ashern

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority

Our Vision
We will be recognized as a trusted health-care partner, providing sustainable, accessible, integrated, evidence-based care to improve health status and outcomes in all of our communities and achieve health equity across the region.
Our Mission
We work in partnership with all stakeholders, contributing to the health and well-being of our communities, by providing timely access to reliable care in a culturally safe manner that respects diversity.
Our Values
Always with compassion, Success in collaboration, Accountability in everything we do, Acting with integrity, Respectful of each other

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority

Our Vision
We will be recognized as a trusted health-care partner, providing sustainable, accessible, integrated, evidence-based care to improve health status and outcomes in all of our communities and achieve health equity across the region.
Our Mission
We work in partnership with all stakeholders, contributing to the health and well-being of our communities, by providing timely access to reliable care in a culturally safe manner that respects diversity.
Our Values
Always with compassion, Success in collaboration, Accountability in everything we do, Acting with integrity, Respectful of each other

Collaboration | Accessibility | Respect | Excellence | Innovation | Quality Customer Service

Speech Language Pathologist - Adult
Speech Language Therapist
- Closing Date:  09/02/2026

Facility / Site:  Ashern Community Health Office

Posting Type:  Permanent

Position Type:  Full-Time

Hours of Work:  Days

Term Dates:
- FTE:  1

Union Group:  MGEU Technical Professional

Wage / Salary:  As per applicable collective agreement

Position Summary
Under the direction of the Regional Manager Allied Health, the Speech-Language Pathologist (Adult) (“SLP-A”) is responsible for the coordination and provision of Speech-Language Pathology services to clients in facilities and communities within the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority (“IERHA”). In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and external agencies/services the SLP-A is primarily involved in assessment, intervention, planning and implementing a program for the client, discharge planning and follow up of referred clients.

In addition, the SLP-A is involved in education of clients, family, other health care staff and auxiliary staff with regard to speech-language treatment, the management of the client’s health problems, and preventative techniques. The primary goals are the promotion of health and the preservation or restoration of function needed by individuals of all age groups and with varying health problems to maintain or increase independence within their home or community.

The SLP-A’s practice will be based upon a client centered approach that emphasizes the involvement of clients in defining what optimal health and functioning means to them. The position of SLP-A functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.

Qualifications

Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Active registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Manitoba

Eligible to practice and maintain licensure in Manitoba

Certifications by the Canadian Association of Speech Language Pathology and Audiology preferred

Knowledge of computer systems and current and related software applications

Three (3) years recent experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology – Adult services preferred

Previous experience in an institutional setting required and additional experience in a community therapy services setting preferred.

Skilled ability in the assessment, identification and treatment of clients of varying ages and with diverse diagnoses

Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships and to work in a multidisciplinary team based working environment.

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills

Ability to work independently in a self-directed manner and as a team member in a variety of…