Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS




Eligible for active practicing licensure to practice Speech Language Pathology with applicable regulatory body in the province of Manitoba Active practicing licensure to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba Current Basic Life Saving (BLS) Certification within the past 12 months as per Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-00002 CPR Training Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures in a changing environment Demonstrated knowledge and competence of skills and concepts related to the position Demonstrated communication skills Ability to respect and promote confidentiality Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) performs all duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values, Strategic Priorities, policies and procedures of Prairie Mountain Health (PMH). The SLP provides leadership in the care of clients contributing in the assessment, planning, development, organization, implementation and evaluation of all aspects of care related to the profession of Speech-Language Pathology in accordance with the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics as set out for SLPs by the College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists of Manitoba. The SLP collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, clients, families and external agencies regarding the care needs for the client in the community, facility (acute care and personal care home) and home based settings. The SLP acts as a mentor to Speech-Language Pathology students and for provisional SLPs as per regulatory requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Overview

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Organizes, prioritizes and assumes responsibility for assigned caseload.

Applies Speech-Language Pathology knowledge and skills to provide optimum individualized and evidence based assessment and treatment for clients assigned

Collaborates with clients on the planning, implementation and progression of the treatment plan and provides education and counseling to the client and/or caregiver

Delegates or assigns activities and tasks to Rehabilitation Aides as appropriate and in accordance with the treatment plan

Utilizes evidence-based practice and techniques within the scope of Speech-Language Pathology in the treatment of clients

Communicates, consults and collaborates with other health care professionals of the multidisciplinary team in the implementation of the treatment plan

Documents in a timely manner as per PMH policy and relevant professional college guidelines

Attends care conferences, discharge planning, multidisciplinary and team meetings as applicable

Liaises, consults and exchanges verbal and/or written information with external agencies in accordance with relevant policy and legislation

Supports and promotes health promotion and disease prevention and primary health care principles

Collaborates through discussions with management to ensure continuity of services to optimize caseload coverage during periods of absence vacancy, whenever reasonably possible

Provides regular clinical supervision of students or provisional SLPs as per guidelines

Works collaboratively with management in proposing, planning and participating in the implementation of services and/or therapy programming

Duties may include the requirement to work after hours and weekends

Completes required statistical reporting as required and within established timelines.

Keeps up to date with the policies and procedures of the PMH

Participates in performance review process and goal setting to enhance work performance.

Utilizes critical thinking skills to guide decision-making within scope of practice and position.

Reports pertinent information to the Therapy Services Management in a timely manner

Other duties as assigned

JOB INFORMATIONs

Close Date:

Jan 20, 2026 4:00 PM

EFT

1.00

Employment Status:

Full Time Term Start Date: 26th January 2026: End Date:29th March 2027

NOTE:

The said term position is a result of a "MATERNITY/PARENTAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE" which may expire sooner than the date indicated, subject to a minimum two (2) weeks notice or one (1) pay period, whichever is longer.

Anticipated Shift

Days

Anticipated shift length:

7.75 hour shifts

Wage Rate:

As per collective agreement

Department:

Therapy Services

Site:

Regional Therapy Services

Additional Sites:

Location / Home Base:

Brandon

HR Posting Number:

RTSAH26212

Posting Date:

Jan 13, 2026