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Speech Pathologist, Medical Unit-Neuro/Stroke - FT(J0126-0811)
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Company Bio North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.
What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.
North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.
We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career!
Position Summary Speech-Language Pathologist, Neuro-Stroke Medicine: As a Speech-Language Pathologist you will provide effective and efficient client care for adult in-patients with swallowing and/or communication difficulties across the organization, in the Neurology/Stroke Unit. Strong interpersonal skills are integral to this role to enable effortlessly communication with physicians, staff, patients, and families. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.
On a practical level, you will
- Identify, assess, and treat adult patients presenting with swallowing and/or communication disorders utilizing evidence based practice
- Effectively communicate with patients, families/caregivers, staff, physicians and external partners in a professional manner (verbal, written, and electronic)
- Work collaboratively with patients, families/caregivers, and the interprofessional team in the development of plans of care
- Remain self-directed, organized and flexible in order to adapt to the demands of a changing workload and meet additional responsibilities and duties as required
- Maintain client records and workload data in accordance with program, Hospital and College standards
- Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
- Plan, develop, implement and participate in educational programs for patients, families and staff
- Act as a preceptor to SLP students, teach other students and supervise volunteers
- Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures which are consistent with the Mission Statement of the program and with current clinical practice
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from a recognized academic institution
- Registered member in good standing with CASLPO
- Current knowledge of a wide range of swallowing and communication disorders
- Demonstrated 2 + years of relevant clinical experience in acute care
- Expertise in stroke management Experience with VFSS preferred
- Must be able to communicate effectively both written and verbally
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills
- Proficient with computers, MS Office, data entry and patient information systems
- Bilingualism in French/English an asset
What We Offer Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Permanent position with 8 and 12 hour shifts, days including weekends in the Medical Unit-Neuro/Stroke Unit We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca #INDHP .
How To Apply Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:
- Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
- We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.
Closing Statement At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
About North York General Hospital
North York General Hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto, is one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals. We offer our culturally diverse community a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services across multiple sites. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for patient- and family-centred care. Working together with our patients and their families, we are making a world of difference.
We have proudly served our community since 1968. The area we primarily serve is north central Toronto and southern York Region. Our 5,000 staff, physicians and volunteers embrace the belief that patients and their families are at the heart of everything we do.
North York General's major programs include Cancer Care, Child and Teen, Emergency Services, Family and Community Medicine, Genetics, Maternal Newborn, Medicine and Elder Care, Mental Health, and Surgery. They are supported by a number of departments including Medical Imaging, Laboratory Medicine and Pharmacy Services. A 192-bed long-term care home is located at the Seniors' Health Centre.
North York General Hospital is a member of the Central Local Health Integration Network. With their support, our hospital continues to build on its strength as a caring and innovative partner in health care for the region we serve.