Job Description:CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOME
Are you an experienced speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You’re looking in the right place.
As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centered care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of health care system and the role of the Ontario Health atHome Champlain within the system
• Knowledge of Ontario Health atHome Champlain operations, quality, risk, and performance management principles
• Knowledge of relevant health care legislation
• Knowledge of Ontario Health atHome Champlain policies, procedures, strategic direction and goals
• Understanding of Ontario Health atHome Champlain partners and contracted service providers in the community

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Effective planning and organizing skills to manage multiple patients, provide information reports, and take corrective action as required
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports, forms, and recommendations
• Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required
• Understanding of ONTARIO HEALTH ATHOME Champlain partners and contracted service providers in the community
• Effective planning and organizing skills to manage multiple patients, provide information reports, and take corrective action as required
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports, forms, and recommendations
• Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required
• Valid N95 Mask Fit Test results or documentation of a medical exception within the past two years
• Fluency in English and French is an asset.
• Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last six months

WHY JOIN US?

If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.

WHAT WILL YOU DO ?

Reporting to the Manager, Patient Services, the Speech Language Pathologist provides speech language therapy services to ONTARIO HEALTH ATHOME Champlain clients in homes, schools, and nursing homes through clinical assessment, treatment plans, goals, consultation with family and other interdisciplinary team members. The Speech Language Pathologist provides recommendations for follow-up and management of the client’s condition.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for assessing, implementing treatment, setting goals, and ongoing evaluation of speech therapy treatment plans for ONTARIO HEALTH ATHOME Champlain patients.
• Responsible for scheduling treatment visits to meet patient priorities.
• Responsible for keeping the Care Coordinator informed of the client’s progress, through verbal and written reports.
• Functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team involved in ongoing communication concerning the patient.
• Maintains client records and provides reports according to ONTARIO HEALTH ATHOME Champlain policies.
• Responsible for teaching client, family and other team members, the treatment program and management.
• Acts as a resource person and consultant for long term care homes and provides therapy to residents who meet ONTARIO HEALTH ATHOME Champlain admission criteria.
• Maintains supplies and recommends equipment for department use within budget limitations.
• Acts as a resource person for other health professionals.
• Participates in committees as approved.
• Interprets the role and objectives of the LHIN to the community and interested agencies.
• Partakes in professional development activities and maintains knowledge in the professional field
  Team/Department: Stroke Rehab
  Hours of work: 8:30am-4:30pm – Monday to Friday