Speech Language Pathologist

Hourly Rate

$44.67 - $57.90

Responsibilities

Ensure a high standard of patient care in accordance with Speech-Language Pathology policies and procedures. Assess, treat, and manage referred patients with acute medical needs within the Medicine Program, including the ICU and Emergency Department, with additional coverage in the Surgery, Stroke, and Post‑Acute Programs as required. Provide clinical care to adults with dysphagia and communication disorders in an acute care setting. Collaborate and communicate effectively with members of the interdisciplinary team. Document patient assessments, progress, and discharge status in accordance with professional and organizational standards. Participate in discharge planning in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members, including completing required applications for external resources. Record workload measurement data accurately and in a timely manner. Provide consultation to other disciplines within the physical medicine area. Serve as a clinical supervisor for Speech-Language Pathology students. Provide coverage across multiple sites, including the Wilson and Reactivation Care Centres (Finch and Church locations).

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology or equivalent. Registration with CASLPO. Experience in a hospital setting preferred. Sound professional knowledge and judgment in a clinical role. Excellent interpersonal skills. Supportive of a multidisciplinary approach. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent attendance and discipline free record required. An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices. Interested applicants are required to submit an Application before the closing date. We thank all candidates that apply but only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview Why choose Humber River Health? At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care. As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially. This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health. Recruitment Fraud Notice: Humber River Health does not request fees or payment from applicants as part of the recruitment process. If you receive suspicious recruitment-related advertising, communication, or content that does not appear to come from Humber River Health, please report it to hr@hrh.ca with any relevant details, screenshots, or links.