Speech Language Pathologist - North Shore
About The Position
Come work as a Speech Language Pathologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team! Lions Gate Hospital (LGH) is one of the 4 busiest hospitals in Vancouver, and one of only five Neurosurgery centers in British Columbia. LGH is located in North Vancouver which is internationally known for hiking and skiing trails in the forested mountains. Within the context of a client/family service culture and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and the vision and values of Vancouver Hospital and Health Sciences Centre, this position assesses, diagnoses and treats the full range of communication and swallowing disorders. Completes client reports, educates clients/family, provides counselling and consultation, and presents lectures. Participates in interdisciplinary team rounds, risk management and research, and provides leadership to new employees and Speech-Language Pathology students.
Requirements
- Current full registration as a Speech Language Pathologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
- Broad knowledge of evidence based practice.
- Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
- Broad knowledge of research process and methodology.
- Basic knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to operate related computer equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload.
- Demonstrated ability to determine and deal effectively with urgent situations, clients/families/ residents.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver presentations.
- Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other healthcare professionals.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
Responsibilities
- Assesses, diagnoses and treats the full range of communication and swallowing disorders.
- Completes client reports.
- Educates clients/family.
- Provides counselling and consultation.
- Presents lectures.
- Participates in interdisciplinary team rounds, risk management and research.
- Provides leadership to new employees and Speech-Language Pathology students.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
- Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
- Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
- Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
