Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist in Yellowknife

Assess and treat pediatric clients as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Yellowknife, using clinical skills across a varied northern caseload. Adult outpatient services may also be available.

This one-year term position may be extended. You will provide assessment and intervention services while managing your own caseload. Collaboration includes physicians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, educators, and families. The work supports quality of life for children with complex needs while offering broader practice across the lifespan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide speech-language pathology assessments for pediatric clients
• Deliver treatment and intervention services across assigned caseloads
• Manage a varied caseload independently
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, educators, and families
• Travel periodically to northern communities throughout Northwest Territories

Requirements:

• Knowledge of assessment and treatment practices across the lifespan
• Knowledge of rehabilitation principles and standards of practice
• Knowledge of relevant healthcare legislation
• Sensitivity to cultural, social, gender, and age-related considerations
• Ability to travel periodically throughout Northwest Territories communities

Apply speech-language pathology expertise, independent caseload management, and collaborative care skills across Yellowknife's pediatric services.