CARE AND BE CARED
FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOME
Are you a Speech-Language Pathologist seeking a
rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares
for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Speech-Language Pathologist (Permanent, full-time; Effective
date: Immediately; Location: Timmins or Sudbury) you are responsible for
the provision of speech-language pathology services to Ontario Health atHome
patients to address and improve communication and/or swallowing disorder.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care
facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible,
patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes
over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued
team member, your
mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our
supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What will you do?
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Respond to patient referrals from Care Coordinators to properly
administer speech-language pathology services.
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Assess
patient communication and/or swallowing abilities, using a variety of
standardized and non-standardized assessment tools, to determine their
treatment needs and therapy goals.
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Develop and implement treatment program and/or compensatory
strategies/techniques to address established therapy goals as they relate to
communication, language skills, and/or swallowing function.
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Oversee patients’ progress and adjust treatment programs when
needed, to ensure therapy goals are met.
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Educate and train patients, their families, caregivers, and/or
substitute decision makers, on how to progress with the treatment plan.
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Link patients with other in-house services or outside
organizations if needed.
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Balance patients’ needs and choices with available resources,
ensuring their values and preferences are respected.
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Accurately document and chart patients’ assessment results, goals,
treatment plans, and interventions.
What must you
have?
- Registered
Speech-Language Pathologist in good standing with the College of
Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO).
- In-depth
knowledge of speech-language pathology services and other community
resources, treatment centres, and organizations.
- Good
understanding of the roles of other health care professionals.
- Relevant
speech-language pathology experience in a community/health care
environment.
- Comprehensive
and up-to-date knowledge of speech-language pathology tools, processes,
equipment, and assistive technology.
- Practical
knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. regarding the
provision of health care services, privacy, health, and safety, etc.).
- Comprehensive
knowledge of the standards of practice and professional guidelines set
forth by CASLPO.
- Ability
to prioritize professional duties and manage multiple patients, and
efficiently organize workload.
- Strong
interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with diverse patient
groups, Care Coordinators, family members/caregivers/Substitute Decision
Makers, health care professionals, community organizations and service
providers.
- Effective
listening, observation, and facilitation skills.
- Ability
to communicate information effectively through a variety of means
including meetings, reports, letters, and presentations.
- Working
knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office
applications (Word, Excel).
- Must
have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle, as regular travel will
be required. Travel to other areas within the North East geography may
also be required from time to time, as the business needs require.
- Valid Emergency First Aid Certification.
- Advanced oral
and written proficiency in English is essential. French is an asset.
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Case
management experience or recent related community experience
·
Ability
to speak French or another second language
We know wellness is
supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for
continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer: ?
§ Attractive comprehensive compensation packages
and benefits?
§ Hourly wage of $43.23 to $50.00 as per the OPSEU
Collective Agreement
§ Valuable development opportunities?
§ Membership in a world class defined benefit
pension plan?