Supervisor (S1A) / Clinical Audiologist

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $43.97/Hr. - CAD $54.93/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Supervisor (S1A) / Clinical Audiologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Supervisor (S1A) / Clinical Audiologist to join the team in Squamish, BC. Apply today to join our team!

This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.As a Supervisor (S1A) / Clinical Audiologist with VCH you will:

• Be responsible for the overall management and clinical direction of the Audiology Clinic and supervise a staff of up to eight (8) FTE.
• Provide clinical expertise and organize and coordinate clinical treatment of clients and assume a client caseload to promote quality client-centered care.
• Perform clinical audiology services including screening, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and consultation for children (0 to 19 years of age), and adults with developmental disabilities who are suspected of having a hearing disorder.
• Determine and plan workforce structures and establish departmental goals and objectives in accordance with the organization and in partnership with the integrated leadership team.
• Facilitate resolutions to work problems and issues, coordinate workloads and evaluate employee performance.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Audiology from a recognized program. Current full registration as an Audiologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) and Hearing Instrument Practitioner (RHIP).
• Two (2) years recent related experience working as a pediatric audiologist, as well as experience in an administrative/supervisory position, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of audiology.
• Knowledge of community development and health promotion principles and practices.
• Ability to analyze issues and problem-solve.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to express ideas effectively in written and oral form.
• Ability to be sensitive, tactful, and diplomatic with clients and the public.
• Ability to evaluate and develop policies, procedures, and processes.
• Ability to develop health education material.
• Ability to identify community resources appropriate to client needs.
• Ability to use related equipment.
• General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Access to a vehicle for local area travel.

Closing Statement

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. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for the offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve, and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental, and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counseling, critical incident, and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honor staff, medical staff, and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

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 in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub; you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the Internal Career Portal site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.