Speech Pathologist II
Your Opportunity:
Come join the dynamic Calgary Rural Allied Health teams! This temporary opportunity is a split position between Adults and Pediatrics, working under the general supervision of both the Calgary Rural Pediatric and Adult Allied Health Managers. The Speech Language Pathologist II, knowledgeable in both pediatric rehabilitation (the bulk of the FTE) and adult (sub) acute care services, performs professional duties related to identifying functional needs, direct intervention, consultation and capacity building, education, management of adult dysphagia and knowledgeable of speech-language therapy and techniques suitable for the pediatric population in a rural setting. The incumbent will be required to travel to other rural communities in the Calgary Zone. The SLP II will work closely with the existing care teams to provide integrated rehabilitation services across the continuum of health services. In addition to performing your clinical roles you will be expected to foster effective relationships within the site and across our rehabilitation teams, and at times participate in quality improvement and program development initiatives within the Rural Calgary zone. Travel to Calgary Rural Facilities south of the city is required.
Description:
As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide clinical professional practice both independently and as a part of a collaborative team, which may include external partners. You will be responsible for providing prevention, health promotion, identification, assessment, intervention, and case management. You will participate in the planning, coordination and delivery of rehabilitation services in collaboration with patients/clients, families, healthcare professionals and other partners. Your leadership and interpersonal skills will aid you in supervising students and providing clinical guidance to other staff as appropriate. You will use your clinical expertise to inform ongoing quality improvement, service integration, and program development.
- Acute Care Alberta: N
- Primary Care Alberta: N
- Recovery Alberta: N
- Classification: Speech Pathologist II
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Rural Pediatric Allied Health
- Primary Location: Okotoks
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 26-JUN-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 25-AUG-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $43.38
- Maximum Salary: $57.63
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Active or eligible registration and practice permit with the Alberta College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).
Additional Required Qualifications:As required.
Preferred Qualifications:Minimum 2 years' experience working with the pediatric population and a minimum 2 years' experience working in a community setting. Current BLS-HC. Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience delivering virtual support. Experience working on a multidisciplinary team. Values the importance of teamwork and demonstrates effective teamwork skills. Creative, innovative, and solution focused to manage complexity. Rural experience is an asset.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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