Speech Language Pathologist III

The Professional Practice Lead (PPL) advances professional practice for the discipline to support excellence in patient and family centred health care. This position acts to align planning and policy development, service delivery and evaluation for the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) Speech Language Pathology (SLP) teams/staff. The PPL acts as a key resource for staff, programs and site/local leadership for evidence based practices, professional standards and ethics, and legislative requirements for the profession. The PPL fosters networks and coalitions in order to achieve goals and priorities in professional practice. This position leads quality improvement initiatives, program development, evaluation and knowledge translation based on patient, population, site and program needs. The PPL provides Speech Language Pathology expertise to managers and directors to meet their needs (scope of practice, emerging trends, staff mix, service models, outcomes and targets). The PPL participates in practice-informed decision making to support the achievement of site, Speech Therapy and Allied health goals. This position is also required to provide Advanced Level Clinical Service, complex consultation and/or case management in an area of expertise. As well as supervision and mentoring including preceptoring students, evaluating effectiveness of clinical services and adjusts as appropriate.

As a Speech Language Pathologist III, you will be responsible to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team where you will be an integral leader to other healthcare professionals (Speech Language Pathologists, Assistants). You will facilitate the development and ongoing monitoring of clinical standards of practice for speech-language pathology and patient (client, resident) care protocols in the department and geographical area. In collaboration with management, you will support the development, implementation and evaluation of the department's operational plan strategies.

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).

Minimum of 5 years experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in a large urban acute care hospital working with a variety of patient populations. Master’s degree In Speech Language Pathology or equivalent. Active registration with the Alberta College of Speech Language Pathology Association; professional membership with the Canadian Speech Language Pathology Association. greater than 2 years experience performing Instrumental swallowing and bedside dysphagia assessments. Evidence of demonstrated leadership experience in strategic planning, leading change and evaluation. Demonstrated clear pattern of professional and personal development. Demonstrate knowledge and engagement in Speech Language Pathology related to best and leading practices, governance, legislation, ethics, current issues and trends. Demonstrated ability to guide and lead teams, build partnerships and foster effective relationships.

As required.