What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full Time or Part Time - Skilled Nursing/LTC position at McCoy Memorial Nursing Center/REHAB?
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Help Residents Communicate, Connect, and Thrive
At McCoy Memorial, Speech-Language Pathology is about helping residents preserve the abilities that keep them safe, connected, and engaged in everyday life.
Communicating their needs. Enjoying a meal safely. Remembering familiar routines. Connecting with family and caregivers.
We are seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our in-house therapy team and help residents improve communication, cognition, swallowing safety, independence, and quality of life.
CCC-SLPs and Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidates are encouraged to apply.
The Impact You’ll Make
As an SLP, you will help residents:
- Improve speech, language, voice, and functional communication
- Strengthen memory, attention, problem-solving, sequencing, and safety awareness
- Improve swallowing function and mealtime safety
- Reduce the risk of aspiration, dehydration, and malnutrition
- Use compensatory strategies and communication supports more effectively
- Communicate needs, preferences, and concerns with greater independence
- Maintain meaningful cognitive-communication abilities as they age
You will complete evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, provide skilled interventions, educate residents and caregivers, and collaborate with nursing, dietary, PT, OT, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team.
What We’re Looking For
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) or eligibility to complete a Clinical Fellowship Year
- Current South Carolina Speech-Language Pathologist license or eligibility for provisional licensure
- Current CPR certification
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A compassionate, resident-centered approach
- Ability to work effectively with geriatric and medically complex populations
Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, dysphagia management, or geriatrics is preferred.
CFY candidates and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Qualified CFY candidates will receive the required supervision and mentorship.
Why McCoy Memorial?
You’ll enjoy:
- Competitive compensation
- 401(k) retirement benefits
- Annual performance reviews
- Opportunities for professional growth
- A collaborative in-house therapy team
- Supportive therapy and facility leadership
- A culture that values clinical judgment and resident advocacy
Do Work That Gives Residents a Voice
Speech therapy can mean the difference between being unable to express a need and being understood, between struggling through a meal and eating safely, or between feeling disconnected and participating meaningfully in daily life.
If you want to help residents communicate, connect, remain safe, and preserve their dignity, we would love to meet you.
Apply today and join the in-house therapy team at McCoy Memorial.
Pay: $48.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you applying for Full Time?
- Are you applying for Part Time?
- Are you applying for PRN?
- How many years of Skilled Nursing Facility experience do you have?
License/Certification:
- Speech-Language Pathology License (CCCs or CFY) (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bishopville, SC 29010 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48 - $55