Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.
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Position Vacancy: Speech Language Pathology Rehab Outpatient – Chicopee
Position: Temporary Full Time - Speech-Language Pathologist (NU)
Contract End Date: August 20, 2027
Hours of Work: 7.5 hour shifts
Location: WRHN @ Chicopee (formerly Grand River Hospital, Freeport Campus)
Position Summary :
The successful candidate will work at Chicopee campus with an adult caseload. Working within an interdisciplinary team, including CDA’s, the speech language pathologist (SLP) will provide services for the Outpatient Programs (primarily NRC) The SLP will provide assessment, treatment, and education for patients, family and staff regarding the management of communication and swallowing disorders.
Position Requirements:
· Current registration in good standing with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASPLO)
· Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited school.
· Membership in Ontario Speech-Language Pathology Association preferred.
· A minimum of two years hospital related experience in assessment and management of dysphagia and video fluoroscopic studies preferred.
· Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, problem solve and respond to competing, unscheduled demands.
· Knowledge of relevant legislation and community resources required.
· Demonstrated ability to function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
· Experience in an adult rehabilitation setting is preferred
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required
· Good attendance record
Application Instructions:
EMPLOYEES OF WRHN MIDTOWN & CHICOPEE ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.
Where applicable, as per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.
WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.
Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
International Applicants
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