Speech Language Pathologist - Allied Health; BIR

Position: Speech Language Pathologist - Allied Health (BIR)
Job Number: JR106739

Job Title:

Speech Language Pathologist
- Allied Health (BIR)
Union: OPSEUUnion: OPSEUJob Category:
Paramedical Hospital

Location:

Birchmount Site Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Part time Contract Duration: 12 months

Number of Positions: 1

Minimum
- Maximum Hourly Rate: $44.67 - $57.91

Hours:

All Shifts

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east.

We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021

Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud tobe named  Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025  and  Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2026.  Learn more at

Job Description:

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Manager of Allied Health, the Speech Language Pathologist’s responsibilities will include providing Speech Language Services to the General Medicine, Stroke, and Rehab populations.

Requirements:

Master’s degree or equivalent in Speech – Language Pathology

Registered with the College of Audiology and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO)

Experience working with acute in-patient adult/geriatric individuals, and individuals from multicultural backgrounds preferred

Experience in the assessment and management of neurogenic speech/communication disorders and clinical swallowing assessment

Experience in video fluoroscopic assessment and management of swallowing disorders

Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, documentation, and teamwork skills with the ability to work well with patients, families and the community.

Ability to provide care that reflects the Patient and Family Centered Care Model

Ability to work cohesively as part of a interdisciplinary team

Experience in educating and training staff, family, students and volunteers

Knowledge of the relevant profession specific and general legislation, including the Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decision Act and Public Hospital Act

Ability to collaborate with SLP colleagues for coordinated service provision and hospital-wide professional activities.

Ability to work well independently and to exercise sound judgement to perform the essential duties of the position.

Demonstrated pattern of good attendance

Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public

Exposure to Lean principles, an understanding of methodologies and tools and a commitment to the use of these in support of providing the best healthcare experience possible to our patients

Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to SHN’s comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area

Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.

Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards

Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community

Excellent work performance and attendance record

Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN’s comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area.

Demonstrates a…