Speech Language Pathologist - Full Time Temporary (Until Approx. Dec 2025) - Markham Site & RCC Site

Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who you are:

·         You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage

·         You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard

·         You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we are looking for:

As a member of our interprofessional team, you will be responsible for providing assessment, treatment, education and counseling to adult inpatients with swallowing and communication impairments within the subacute and acute stroke patient population– in addition to the support of a variety of subacute and acute medicine, and rehab adult populations within Markham Stouffville Hospital.
You will also have the opportunity to participate in the ongoing program development and quality improvement activities.

What you bring to the role: 

• Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Current registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
• Preference will be given to candidates with at least 2 years recent experience with dysphagia  and communication disorders  in a subacute and/or acute medical environment ( ALC, general medicine, neurology,  and stroke rehab patient populations)
• Proficiency with videofluoroscopic swallow studies for adult and paediatric patients;  MBSImP certification 
• Recent experience with treatment/management of speech, language, and cognitive communication  disorders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
• Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule: 

 Monday – Friday at Markham with rotating Weekends.

This position is based at the Markham-Stouffville Hospital site, however there could be occasional shifts at the Reactivation Care Centre.

Schedule is subject to change based on operational demands.

Compensation:

Salary Grid: OPCOM13:
$44.80 - $57.08 per hour

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement 

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI.