Speech Language Pathologist

About the role

We are a growing pediatric private practice seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to work independently. The position is based in our Vancouver office.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates the needs of children with speech or language disorders and provides written and verbal assessment results to the families.
• Mets with students weekly according to treatment program schedule, evaluates, and maintains records of child's progress.
• Implements Plan of Care and provides weekly therapy sessions to child.
• Reports progress to parents and meets with them regularly. Suggests activities parents can do with their child to assist and supplement the student's speech therapy program. Attempts to add to their understanding of the program and answers questions and addresses concerns they may have about it.
• Conducts Re-evaluations on a annual basis to measure progress according to professional guidelines.
• Talks with patients to determine their feelings about the program and their progress or any frustrations they may feel about therapy.
• Keeps current with professional literature and attends continuing on a regular basis to maintain and update professional skills.
• Reports directly to the Clinical Manager.
• Completes all documentation in a timely manner and in compliance with clinic policies.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Hearing ability sufficient to evaluate student's speech.
• Skill communicating verbally and in writing with students, faculty members, and parents so that all parties understand the program and the degree of progress being made.

Clinic Culture

Our clinic values collaboration amongst peers and the community. Our Core Values include:

• Resilience
• Unified
• Meaningful
• Flexible
• Compassionate

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Interprofessional collaboration
• On-site mentor support and regular team meetings

Medical specialties

Pediatrics

Schedule

• Part time shifts are flexible
• Part time and Full Time available
• Day shift

Education

Master's (Required)