Speech-Language Pathologist

Position Summary
We have a permanent full-time opening for a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at the Kelowna General Hospital. This position caseload supports outpatient communication through the Outpatient Neurorehabilitation Program (ONRP) for four days a week, and is assigned to acute care one day a week. Days of work are Monday to Friday from 08:00-16:00.

Applicable positions may qualify for up to $15,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance. Apply today!

What we offer:

We are one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025 and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Competitive salary with recognition of previous experience
• Financial support for moving expenses
• Reimbursement of eligible professional fees
• Vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits for you and your eligible dependents
• Employee wellness & family assistance services
• Employer-matched contributions to our defined benefit pension plan
• Education and development opportunities
• Consistent schedule and stability of a Unionized role

About the position:

The SLP is an autonomous professional who has expertise in typical development and disorders of communication as well as assessment and intervention in these areas. The SLP may work directly with clients and/or with their caregivers or other persons who regularly interact with them for the purpose of creating environments that promote optimal communication. The Speech-Language Pathologist contributes to the organization and the overall goals of the department/program quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research and education.

About us:

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About this location

Kelowna is a vibrant and fast-growing city that offers so much for professionals and families to enjoy. A wide array of shopping and business, dining options, golfing, tons of hiking and biking trails, amazing beaches on Okanagan Lake, and world-class winter sports. Live, work and play where others only vacation!

Qualfications
Full practicing registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
One year’s clinical experience with adults in a hospital setting and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid BC Driver’s license where required.