Speech Language Pathologist

## Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)|
** Anchor Post Acute
** is a beautiful
** 120-bed skilled nursing & rehab facility
** conveniently located behind Aiken Mall in Aiken, South Carolina. We are proud to have been named
** Aiken's Choice Award Winner for Top Skilled Nursing Facility!** |
** Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
** to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team!

Every day brings a new opportunity to help residents regain their communication skills, improve swallowing function, build confidence, and reconnect with the people and moments they cherish most. Your expertise can truly change lives - and we'll be right beside you, cheering you on every step of the way! |## |

What We Offer | **$40-50/hour**|
** Flexible scheduling
** to support your work-life balance| Continuing education and professional development opportunities|
** Advancement and PRN opportunities throughout our sister facilities**| Employee appreciation and recognition programs| A supportive, collaborative therapy and nursing team|
** NEW GRADS WELCOME!!!
** We'll help you grow your skills and build a rewarding career!## | What You'll Do| Evaluate and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.| Develop individualized treatment plans that maximize independence and quality of life.| Assess and treat swallowing disorders to help residents eat and drink safely.| Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and families to provide exceptional resident-centered care.|

Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.| Celebrate every milestone and encourage residents as they achieve meaningful goals.## | What You'll Bring| Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology| Current state Speech-Language Pathologist license| CCC-SLP preferred (Clinical Fellows are encouraged to apply!)| Skilled nursing or rehabilitation experience is a plus - but not required!| A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping others thrive.

At our facility, therapy is about more than treatment plans - it's about restoring confidence, creating meaningful connections, and helping residents enjoy life's everyday moments again. We believe our employees are our greatest strength, and we're committed to providing a workplace where you'll feel valued, supported, and inspired every day.|
** General Purpose
** The Staff Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
** Essential Duties
*** Evaluate residents to determine speech therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
* Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
* Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
* Supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellows (CFY) or students in resident care and resident-related activities, following state practice act.
* Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
* Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
* Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
* Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
* Maintain a safe treatment…