Speech Language Pathologist

Position Summary

This posting encompasses all Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) career opportunities throughout the Southern Interior of B.C. We are hiring now for casual, temporary, full-time, and part-time positions. Eligible permanent positions may qualify for a signing bonus up to $20,000. We have opportunities available in Adult Services and Early Childhood Development.

About us:

Interior Health is a leading public health authority in British Columbia. We strive for a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. We promote well-being and work-life balance and are dedicated to environmental sustainability to enhance the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health, dental, and wellness benefits
• Defined Benefit Pension
• Employer-paid education and development opportunities

About the job:

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.

About our locations:

Whether you are looking for a big city, smaller town, or rural community, we have the position and location to suit.

Okanagan: Beautiful beaches, lakes, orchards, vineyards, golfing, and world-class ski resorts all just minutes away from the main centres of Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton, and Oliver.

Thompson Cariboo Shuswap: Spectacular scenery, agricultural abundance, provincial parks, culturally and historically rich communities such as Williams Lake, Kamloops, Salmon Arm, and Revelstoke.

Kootenay’s: The wilderness capital of BC offers majestic mountain ranges, glacier-fed lakes, and lush forests for skiing, hiking, biking, and camping. Home to sunny, laid-back communities like Cranbrook, Trail, Nakusp, and Grand Forks.

Apply Online today and you could soon be joining our welcoming team of allied health professionals! Competition #02090015

Qualifications

Full practicing registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC).

Valid BC Driver’s license where required.

For Adult SLP: One year’s clinical experience with adults in a hospital setting and/or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

For Early Child Development SLP: One year’s clinical experience with clients in an early childhood development setting and/or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Comments

Interior Health now offers assistance from an Indigenous Employment Advisor. If you self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) and if you would like assistance with the application process and/or career exploration, send your question(s) via email to IndigenousEmployment@interiorhealth.ca to be redirected to the Employment Advisor. We invite applicants to self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resumes.