Speech Therapist

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Coordinator, Speech Pathology, prioritizes referrals, assesses, and develops and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum patient care for assigned caseload. Provides treatment to patients at multiple sites. Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle; and Valid BC Driver's License.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Masters Degree in Speech/Language Pathology. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech Language Practitioner. Advanced Competency Certification from CSHHPBC in at least two (2) of the following three areas: Voice Restoration (Voice Prostheses); Communication & Swallowing Assessment & Management for Tracheostomy; Videofluoroscopic Assessment of Swallowing Disorders in Adults. Valid BC driver's license required.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.
• Ability to organize individual and group treatment programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships other professional disciplines, other hospital staff, patients and their families and representatives from external agencies.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Job Requirements:
https://jd.viha.ca/JD4438.pdf