Location: Health Science Centre

Speech Language Pathologist I

Regional Medicine Program – 4SB Neurology

Temp Call-In

Hours: Based on the needs of the department

Salary: CG-41 ($43.00 – $53.60 per hour)

Competition Number: VAC0010319

Posted Date: 2025-04-16

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of independently assessing, diagnosing and treating a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders in an acute care setting. Interdisciplinary team work is required.

This position reports to the Neurology-Endocrinology Division Manager, Medicine Program – Health Sciences Centre and maintains accountability to the Professional Practice Consultant for Speech-Language Pathology for integrity and professional practice issues.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):

Occasionally, there is lifting or physical strength required (i.e. lifting up to 25 lbs. while carrying boxes of resources/materials, flip charts and audio-visual equipment for group work activities.

Constantly sits to consult with clients, conduct therapeutic sessions, work on the computer or drive to meetings/home visits and occasionally works in awkward or cramped body positions (i.e. working with small children).

Travel may be required throughout the region.

Job Qualifications

Graduation with a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an approved/recognized program.

Current registration with the NL Council of Health Professionals is required.

Dysphagia experience and education within the past 5 years is considered an asset.

A satisfactory record of work performance is required.