Speech Language Pathologist

University Health Network

  • Toronto, ON
  • 42,21-52,78 $ par heure
  • Temporaire
  • Temps-partiel
  • Il y a 17 jours
Company DescriptionThe University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.Job DescriptionUnion: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Allied Health
Reports to: Manager, Allied Health & Geriatrics
Work Model: On-Site
Hours: 18 hours per week
Salary: $42.21 - $52.78 per hour
Shifts: Various Weekdays, 8.00am - 4.00pm
Status: Temporary Part Time (12 months)
Closing Date: February 22, 2025Position Summary
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 is casual for in-patient and out-patient so the patient population could change depending on the department needs.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
  • Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO)
  • Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologists (OSLA) membership, preferred
  • 1-2 years experience in an acute care hospital, preferred
  • Experience in the assessment and treatment of ICU, general internal medicine, and stroke population, preferred
  • Experience in professional education, presentation and in-services, preferred
  • Recognizes and acts within the scope of practice of a speech-language pathologist
  • Understanding of health care teams and how the skills and competencies of all members contribute toward patient management
  • Compliance with legislation outlined in Regulation of Health Professions Act (1991)
Additional InformationWhy 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 discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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