Job Description

The Communication Disorders Assistant implements Speech-Language treatment programs and documents patient progress in the Health Record as per established Hospital Guidelines and under the supervision of the Speech-Language Pathologist.

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions under the direction of the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Monitors and progresses patient’s therapy program as needed within the range directed by the SLP
• Constructs alternative and augmentative communication systems boards and instructs patient in their use
• Completes workload measurement and Minimum Data Set (MDS) reporting as per Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care guidelines and RHC policy
• Reviews the patient’s health record for appropriate information and maintains accurate documentation
• Performs care coordination in audiology regarding consults and / or referrals
• Performs routine maintenance on therapy materials and equipment
• Assists in planning and carrying out Hospital educational programs related to Speech-Language Pathology
• Prepares therapy material for both individual and group therapy sessions

Qualifications

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

• Graduate of a Communicative Disorders Assistant / Communication Health Assistant / Speech Language Pathology Assistant program from a recognized college required
• Membership in the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC) preferred
• Experience in a Rehabilitation / Complex Continuing Care Hospital and / or Acute Care Hospital preferred
• Demonstrated expertise with geriatric, neurological and MSK conditions
• Active involvement in own continuing education
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification
• Excellent communication skills in both oral and written in English
• Effective verbal and written communication to successfully work with all levels of the organization
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Satisfactory employment and attendance record required

The ideal candidate is strong in patient centred care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation.

We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation.

Additional Information

Hours : Monday - Sunday; various rotating hour shifts; 8 : 00-16 : 00 (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary : $ - $ per hour

Date Posted : August 1, 2024

Internal Applicants Due by : August 8, 2024

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