Compassionate Speech Therapist — Home Health Care

Optum; East Lake (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Stock purchase plan

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Speech Therapist to assess and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive needs in home health settings. The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team to develop effective treatment plans.

Requires state licensure in Speech Therapy and a valid driver’s license; CPR certification is preferred. Full-time role with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of residence.
• Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Available to work a weekend rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws and plan of care.
• Evaluates function using diagnostic and prognostic tests; assists in therapy plan development.
• Treats patients to improve communication per condition and standards of practice.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment to supervisor/physician.
• Instructs patient, family and caregiver in speech therapy techniques.

Skills

Speech therapy

Assessment & evaluation

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Licensed Speech Therapist (state)

CPR certification (preferred)

Job description

UnitedHealth Group, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Speech Therapist to assess and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive needs in home health settings. The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team to develop effective treatment plans.

Requires state licensure in Speech Therapy and a valid driver’s license; CPR certification is preferred. Full-time role with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.