About the role
Job Description:
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 Manager or designate and in the context of assigned team(s) with a family centred philosophy, responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a child's communication disorders in order to promote the social, physical, and psychological well being of the child. Clinical guidance/instruction is available from the Senior Speech Language Pathologist.
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
Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech Language Practitioner. Master's degree from an accredited school of Speech Pathology and Audiology. Two years previous experience working with children who have multiple disabilities and communication disorders.
Skills And Abilities
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Ability to independently organize and plan treatment programs, set priorities, and to work with parents and other professional disciplines as part of a team.
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Ability to train and monitor others to deliver SLP programs.
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Ability to be perceptive to the needs of children and families and able to act accordingly with tact, patience, and optimism.
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Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral English.
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Ability to interact effectively with children with disabilities, families, fellow employees, and the general public.
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Ability to use initiative and exercise good professional judgment.
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Knowledge of group processes and ability to apply facilitation techniques.
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Ability to operate related equipment.
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Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
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Functional use of alternate modes of communication an asset.
Job Requirements:
https://jd.viha.ca/JD780.pdf
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.
About the role
Job Description:
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 Manager or designate and in the context of assigned team(s) with a family centred philosophy, responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a child's communication disorders in order to promote the social, physical, and psychological well being of the child. Clinical guidance/instruction is available from the Senior Speech Language Pathologist.
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
Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech Language Practitioner. Master's degree from an accredited school of Speech Pathology and Audiology. Two years previous experience working with children who have multiple disabilities and communication disorders.
Skills And Abilities
-
Ability to independently organize and plan treatment programs, set priorities, and to work with parents and other professional disciplines as part of a team.
-
Ability to train and monitor others to deliver SLP programs.
-
Ability to be perceptive to the needs of children and families and able to act accordingly with tact, patience, and optimism.
-
Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral English.
-
Ability to interact effectively with children with disabilities, families, fellow employees, and the general public.
-
Ability to use initiative and exercise good professional judgment.
-
Knowledge of group processes and ability to apply facilitation techniques.
-
Ability to operate related equipment.
-
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
-
Functional use of alternate modes of communication an asset.
Job Requirements:
https://jd.viha.ca/JD780.pdf
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.