Speech-Language Pathologist Specific Skills

Administer tests and examinations and observe patients to diagnose and evaluate speech, voice, resonance, language, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders; Develop, plan and implement remedial programs to correct speech, voice, language, resonance, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders; Conduct research on speech and other communication disorders and on the development and design of diagnostic procedures and devices; Establish group and personalized care plans working as a member of an interdisciplinary team; Provide advice and educational services to patients and families regarding communication and swallowing disorders

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Organized

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver's licence

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Immunization records; Eligible for professional liability insurance; Criminal record check

Work Setting Private practice

Area of Practice in Speech Language Pathology

Voice disorders; Resonance disorders; Fluency disorders; Articulation disorders

Additional Skills Instruct technicians and students

Communication Systems Experience Oral techniques

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

MS Excel; MS PowerPoint; MS Windows; MS Word; MS Outlook

Experience Experience an asset

Education Master's degree

Languages English