Home Health Speech Therapist - Boost Patient Communication

UnitedHealth Group; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Assured Home Health, part of LHC Group, is seeking a licensed Speech Therapist to provide services in the home setting under a plan of care and in coordination with the health care team.

You will evaluate function, assist in therapy plan development, and treat patients to improve communication while instructing families and caregivers. A Washington license and a valid driver''s license are required; weekend rotation may be needed.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of Washington.
• Current driver''s license, vehicle insurance, access to dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• CPR certification preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech therapy services within the scope defined by state laws and the plan of care, coordinating with the health care team.
• Evaluate patient function and assist physician in therapy plan development.
• Treat patients to improve communication according to standards of practice.
• Observe and report patient responses to treatment to supervising nurse or physician.
• Instruct patient, family and caregivers in speech therapy areas and how they can participate.
• Function in home settings regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

Skills

Speech therapy

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

Licensed Speech Therapist – Washington

Job description

Assured Home Health, part of LHC Group, is seeking a licensed Speech Therapist to provide services in the home setting under a plan of care and in coordination with the health care team.

You will evaluate function, assist in therapy plan development, and treat patients to improve communication while instructing families and caregivers. A Washington license and a valid driver''s license are required; weekend rotation may be needed.