Speech Language Pathologist

PACS•Augusta, GA

27d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Anchor Post Acute is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join their skilled nursing and rehabilitation team. This role involves helping residents regain communication skills, improve swallowing function, build confidence, and reconnect with loved ones. The position offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
Current state Speech-Language Pathologist license
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Net Health and Point Click Care.
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Licensed as a Speech Therapist in the state.
Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.
Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility.
CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Nice To Haves

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.
Prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Speech-Language Pathology.

Responsibilities

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.
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 environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and aspiration prevention strategies.
Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in swallows and cognition.
Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.