Speech-Language Pathologist

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Manager Allied Health and the Manager, Health Services, the incumbent is responsible for providing quality Speech-Language Pathology services, consistent with discipline and professional standards, including: prevention, identification, evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, counseling, treatment, management and education of communication and swallowing disorders; education and supervision of students and professionals; consultation with and referral to other professionals; and research. Maintains professional accountability, professional judgment and reasoning with a high-level of communication and collaboration. Quality client care is supported through continuing professional development, research, quality improvement and promotion of Speech-Language Pathology.

The Speech-Language Pathologist demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region and Riverview Health Centre.

Experience

Not Applicable

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited/recognized university is required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Must be registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM). Membership in other professional organizations is encouraged; for example, Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) and the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of principles of Speech Language Pathology
• Knowledge of relevant Workplace Safety and Health responsibilities.
• Ability to express ideas and thoughts in English both verbally and in written format.
• Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other disciplines.
• Demonstrated professional judgment and initiative.
• Knowledge of the physical, social, cultural and economic aspects of client care.
• Demonstrated effective organizational, interpersonal, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Ability to adapt to new concepts, techniques and best practice in the academic and clinical fields of health care knowledge.
• Knowledge and understanding of evidence informed and evidence-based practice.
• Working knowledge of research.
• Ability to perform both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to critically evaluate and apply relevant knowledge to practice.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
• Ability to support and implement change.
• Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.
• Ability to select appropriate communication methods pertinent to the situation.
• Ability to listen and comprehend effectively.
• Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work safely without injury to self, to patients/residents, or to other staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with patients/residents, family members and coworkers.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable