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Medical Specialist Speech Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

Job in Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for: University Health Network
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-01-29
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Medical Specialist, Speech Pathologist
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s No. 1 hospital and the world’s No. 1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members. UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.

UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and its only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site:
Toronto General Hospital
Department: Allied Health
Reports to: Allied Health Manager
Salary Range: $ to $ per hour
Hours: hours per week

Shifts:

 Days
Status: Temporary Full-Time ( September 2027 )
Closing Date: January 30, 2026

As an integral member of Allied Health, the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides assessment and treatment for adult patients with communication and swallowing disorders. The successful candidate will work in a progressive multi-professional team, participate in rounds, meetings and quality initiatives and assist with coverage across other clinical service areas as necessary. The candidate will perform all other duties as required. This position will primarily cover the general surgery and surgical oncology patient population.

Duties

  • Recognize and act within the scope of practice of a speech-language pathologist
  • Flexibility and ability to prioritize and to deal with changes in tasks with short notice
  • Ability to function in an independent, self-directed manner and to exercise sound judgement
  • Ability to function in a stressful environment while maintaining professional demeanor
  • Have an understanding of health care teams and how the skills and competencies of all members contribute toward patient management

    • Qualifications

  • Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent, required
  • Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO), required
  • Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologists (OSLA) membership, preferred
  • 2 years experience in an acute care hospital, preferred
  • Experience in the assessment and treatment of Surgical and Oncology patients, preferred
  • Experience in professional education, presentation and in-services, preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Commitment to self-directed/life long learning and evidence based practice
  • Compliance with legislation outlined in Regulation of Health Professions Act (1991)
  • Compliance with departmental and hospital safety, emergency and infection control procedures
  • Computer literacy, preferred
  • Experience in development, implementation and monitoring of quality indicators, preferred
  • Experience with General Medicine, Nephrology, Cardiac and ICU patient population an asset

    • Additional Information

    Why join UHN?

    In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

  • Competitive offer packages
  • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
  • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
  • A flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate…
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