Speech Language Pathologist
PHSA
Speech Language Pathologist AgencyPHSA Labor AgreementHealth Science Professionals Posting #178531-2428920 GradeP1 DepartmentDT-Speech Language Pathology UnionHEABC Paramedical - H.S.A. Work Site2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria StatusTemporary Position DurationUntil return of incumbent Salary Range$42.27 - $52.81 / Hour Position StatusPart-time FTE.60 Hours of Work08:00-16:00 Work DaysWed, Thu, Fri Days OffSat, Sun, Stat Position Start Date14-Apr-2025 Position End Date30-Apr-2026 Applications Accepted Until 10AM01-Feb-2025 Job Summary
Job Summary:
In accordance with the Purpose, Vision, Values and Coast Salish Teachings, and strategic direction of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer patients with speech, language, voice and swallowing disorders, including performing Certified Practices for the majority of the time which require Certified Practice Certificate(s) as recognized by the provincial college. The Speech-Language Pathologist provides patient and family education and counseling of clients/family on swallowing, speech and language rehabilitation. The Speech-Language Pathologist has experience in the care and treatment of cancer patients, including laryngectomy care/rehabilitation, and dysphagia and communication problems associated with cancer.
Working collaboratively within an inter-professional cancer care team, the Speech-Language Pathologist provides information, develops educational materials and resources, and participates in research activities and in ongoing quality improvement and risk management initiatives and projects. Services may be provided across a continuum of care either onsite or on outreach in communities throughout BC, including videoconferencing.
Duties/Accountabilities:
1. Performs screening, assessment and diagnosis for cancer patients with speech, language, voice and swallowing disorders such as dysphagia. This includes performing Certified Practices as recognized by the provincial college for the majority of the time, such as Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS), working with patients with a tracheostomy and/or ventilator dependency, Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Voice and Swallowing (FEEVS) and tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP) techniques and prostheses,.
2. Works closely with the BC Cancer Oncologists, Registered Dietitians and other relevant team members to ensure consideration of additional factors, such as cognitive factors, mental health, medical status, and environmental influences, which may affect assessment, subsequent diagnosis and recommendations for treatment.
3. Provides recommendations based on clinical findings and diagnoses and communicates these findings through informal and formal interdisciplinary meeting structures, patient rounds and written documentation.
4. Provides appropriate speech, language and swallowing services, including treatment, education and counseling of patients/family on swallowing, speech, and language rehabilitation.
5. Maintains detailed records and charting of the patient’s assessment, treatment plan, interventions, progress, discharge and related matters according to professional and facility standards.
6. Liaises with community agencies when appropriate in order to arrange follow-up services for patients.
7. Records relevant workload statistical data by entering information as required by the established system of the service.
8. In conjunction with the Provincial Director, Clinical Operations and Practice Leader, Oncology Nutrition, reviews SLP financial and statistical budget. Participates in program planning related to Speech Language Pathology to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services. Participates in quality assurance activities such as accreditation.
9. Instructs and supervises SLP students during clinical practicums. May provide consultation, instruction or in-services in Speech Language Pathology to medical, educational and other professional groups in allied disciplines. Provides shadowing or observational opportunities for dietetic interns.
10. Maintains knowledge of current developments in Speech Language Pathology by methods such as reviewing relevant journals, consulting with clinical and community experts, attending educational seminars, evaluating clinical practice, and contributing to the improvement of patient care.
11. Utilizes and maintains equipment and supplies within departmental guidelines and budgetary resources. Evaluates equipment and submits annual request for replacement or upgrading.
12. Participates and collaborates on approved Speech Language Pathology research projects by providing input into the planning and formulation of the research question, collecting data, integration and interpretation of data, and recommending and identifying implications of study findings for Speech Language Pathology practice.
13. Collaborates with BC Cancer Oncologists and other Speech Language Pathologists on clinical professional practice and participates in special interest groups such as the BC Head and Neck Cancer Special Interest Group.
14. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience
• Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from a University program recognized by Speech-Language & Audiology Canada.
• Three (3) years of recent, related experience working with oncology patients in a hospital, rehabilitation or outpatient setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligible for certification with the Speech-Language & Audiology Canada.
• Current full registeration as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.
• Certified Practice Certificates from the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC in the following:
o Videofluoroscopic Assessment and Management of Adult Swallowing Disorders
o Tracheoesophageal Voice Restoration Assessment and Management
o Communication and Swallowing Assessment and Management for Tracheostomy
o Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Voice and Swallowing (FEEVS) for Adults
Skills and Abilities
• Demonstrated ability to approach patients/families in a compassionate, professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop working relationships with other healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively within an interprofessional environment.
• Demonstrated ability to determine and deal with urgent situations and use judgment when dealing with patients and families.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with conflict and/or stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to organize workload, set priorities and timelines, and work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to research and review information in a systematic way, apply evidence based practice principles into clinical setting, and participate in program development.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret a video-fluoroscopy.
• Demonstrated ability to operate computer equipment and other related technology
• Ability to travel as required by operational needs.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Job Summary:
In accordance with the Purpose, Vision, Values and Coast Salish Teachings, and strategic direction of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer patients with speech, language, voice and swallowing disorders, including performing Certified Practices for the majority of the time which require Certified Practice Certificate(s) as recognized by the provincial college. The Speech-Language Pathologist provides patient and family education and counseling of clients/family on swallowing, speech and language rehabilitation. The Speech-Language Pathologist has experience in the care and treatment of cancer patients, including laryngectomy care/rehabilitation, and dysphagia and communication problems associated with cancer.
Working collaboratively within an inter-professional cancer care team, the Speech-Language Pathologist provides information, develops educational materials and resources, and participates in research activities and in ongoing quality improvement and risk management initiatives and projects. Services may be provided across a continuum of care either onsite or on outreach in communities throughout BC, including videoconferencing.
Duties/Accountabilities:
1. Performs screening, assessment and diagnosis for cancer patients with speech, language, voice and swallowing disorders such as dysphagia. This includes performing Certified Practices as recognized by the provincial college for the majority of the time, such as Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS), working with patients with a tracheostomy and/or ventilator dependency, Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Voice and Swallowing (FEEVS) and tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP) techniques and prostheses,.
2. Works closely with the BC Cancer Oncologists, Registered Dietitians and other relevant team members to ensure consideration of additional factors, such as cognitive factors, mental health, medical status, and environmental influences, which may affect assessment, subsequent diagnosis and recommendations for treatment.
3. Provides recommendations based on clinical findings and diagnoses and communicates these findings through informal and formal interdisciplinary meeting structures, patient rounds and written documentation.
4. Provides appropriate speech, language and swallowing services, including treatment, education and counseling of patients/family on swallowing, speech, and language rehabilitation.
5. Maintains detailed records and charting of the patient’s assessment, treatment plan, interventions, progress, discharge and related matters according to professional and facility standards.
6. Liaises with community agencies when appropriate in order to arrange follow-up services for patients.
7. Records relevant workload statistical data by entering information as required by the established system of the service.
8. In conjunction with the Provincial Director, Clinical Operations and Practice Leader, Oncology Nutrition, reviews SLP financial and statistical budget. Participates in program planning related to Speech Language Pathology to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services. Participates in quality assurance activities such as accreditation.
9. Instructs and supervises SLP students during clinical practicums. May provide consultation, instruction or in-services in Speech Language Pathology to medical, educational and other professional groups in allied disciplines. Provides shadowing or observational opportunities for dietetic interns.
10. Maintains knowledge of current developments in Speech Language Pathology by methods such as reviewing relevant journals, consulting with clinical and community experts, attending educational seminars, evaluating clinical practice, and contributing to the improvement of patient care.
11. Utilizes and maintains equipment and supplies within departmental guidelines and budgetary resources. Evaluates equipment and submits annual request for replacement or upgrading.
12. Participates and collaborates on approved Speech Language Pathology research projects by providing input into the planning and formulation of the research question, collecting data, integration and interpretation of data, and recommending and identifying implications of study findings for Speech Language Pathology practice.
13. Collaborates with BC Cancer Oncologists and other Speech Language Pathologists on clinical professional practice and participates in special interest groups such as the BC Head and Neck Cancer Special Interest Group.
14. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience
• Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from a University program recognized by Speech-Language & Audiology Canada.
• Three (3) years of recent, related experience working with oncology patients in a hospital, rehabilitation or outpatient setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligible for certification with the Speech-Language & Audiology Canada.
• Current full registeration as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.
• Certified Practice Certificates from the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC in the following:
o Videofluoroscopic Assessment and Management of Adult Swallowing Disorders
o Tracheoesophageal Voice Restoration Assessment and Management
o Communication and Swallowing Assessment and Management for Tracheostomy
o Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Voice and Swallowing (FEEVS) for Adults
Skills and Abilities
• Demonstrated ability to approach patients/families in a compassionate, professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop working relationships with other healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively within an interprofessional environment.
• Demonstrated ability to determine and deal with urgent situations and use judgment when dealing with patients and families.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with conflict and/or stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to organize workload, set priorities and timelines, and work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to research and review information in a systematic way, apply evidence based practice principles into clinical setting, and participate in program development.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret a video-fluoroscopy.
• Demonstrated ability to operate computer equipment and other related technology
• Ability to travel as required by operational needs.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
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