University Health Network
Healthcare
SpeechLanguagePathologist
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“Speech Language Pathologist at University Health Network. Skills: Speech-Language Pathology, Assessment and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders, Interprofessional collaboration. Providing expert assessment and treatment for adults with communication and swallowing disorders. Collaborating in a progressive, interprofessional environment”
Industry & Context.
Criminal Record Check may be required, Adapt to rotating weekend shifts and flexible scheduling
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent, Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO), Compliance with legislation outlined in Regulation of Health Professions Act (1991)
Nice to Have
2 years experience in an acute care hospital, Experience in the assessment and treatment of neurosurgery, spine, general internal medicine, and stroke population, Experience in professional education, presentation and in-services
What You'll Do.
Providing expert assessment and treatment for adults with communication and swallowing disorders
Collaborating in a progressive
interprofessional environment
Conduct comprehensive assessments of communication
cognitive‑communication
and swallowing (dysphagia) abilities for adults
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals
Monitor patient progress
and adjust clinical interventions accordingly
Provide evidence‑based intervention for acute care patients
including those with complex neurological conditions
Provide recommendations related to communication and swallowing safety
including diet texture modifications and communication strategies
and complete clinical documentation in accordance with hospital guidelines and CASLPO standards
Prepare written and verbal reports to communicate assessment results and treatment recommendations to both the care team and patient/family
and professional presentations for interprofessional colleagues
and other stakeholders as required
Offer patient and family education regarding communication strategies
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation
including the Regulated Health Professions Act (1991) and CASLPO regulations
Follow best practices in patient safety
and acute care clinical protocols
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives
and clinical practice enhancements within Allied Health
Provide coverage and support to other clinical service areas within Allied Health as needed
Adapt to rotating weekend shifts and flexible scheduling to meet patient care needs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborating in a progressive, interprofessional environment; Participate actively in interprofessional team rounds, case discussions, and care conferences; Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and other clinicians to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care; Provide education, in-services, and professional presentations for interprofessional colleagues, students, and other stakeholders as required; Understanding of health care teams and how the skills and competencies of all members contribute toward patient management
Communication Scope
Communication strategies; Prepare written and verbal reports to communicate assessment results and treatment recommendations to both the care team and patient/family; Provide education, in-services, and professional presentations
Full Job Description
UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality. [www.uhn.ca](https://www.uhn.ca/) Union: Non-Union Number of vacancies: 1 New or Replacement Position: Replacement Site: Toronto Western Hospital Department: Allied Health Reports to: Manager, Allied Health & Geriatrics Salary Range: $43.47 to $54.34 Hours: 0 - 37.5 hours per week Shifts: Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm, Weekends Status: Casual Closing Date: May 29, 2026 Position Summary The Speech-Language Pathologist is an integral member of our acute care team, providing expert assessment and treatment for adults with communication and swallowing disorders while collaborating in a progressive, interprofessional environment. The successful candidate will work in a progressive multi-professional team, participate in rounds, meetings and quality initiatives and assist with coverage across other clinical service areas as necessary. The candidate will perform all other duties as required. Duties * Conduct comprehensive assessments of communication , cognitive‑communication , and swallowing (dysph
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