Speech-Language Pathologist (Voice Disorders)

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JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of client and family centered care model, and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision and values of the organization, this position utilizes clinical knowledge and procedures such as instrumental assessments, auditory-perceptual assessments, and direct and indirect treatment approaches as they relate to voice production to provide speech-language pathology services to clients with voice disorders. Duties include conducting assessments using an evidence-based approach, planning goal-directed services, implementing services using intervention approaches/procedures, evaluating the effectiveness of the service, participating in speech-language and interdisciplinary research, and contributing to the development, review, and promotion of speech-language pathology services for people with voice disorders. Provides leadership to new team members and speech-language pathology students including providing instruction/supervision to students.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current full registration as a Speech Language Pathologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).Additional post-graduate education and training in voice disorders. Three (3) years’ recent, related experience in Speech-Language Pathology including one (1) year of experience concentrated in providing care to clients with voice disorders or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesBroad knowledge of clinical practice related to treatment and care of patients with voice disorders.Broad knowledge of evidence based practice and research processes and methodology.Broad knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools.Broad knowledge of hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care.Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.Demonstrated ability to provide instruction, demonstrate techniques, and facilitate learning.Demonstrated ability to teach and empower clients to assume control over their health.Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation and education.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff and patients and their families, either one-on-one and in groups.Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with other members of an interdisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other healthcare professionals.Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies appropriate to the designated clinical area.Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.