Impactful In-Home Speech Pathologist (SLP)

Optum; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group (Optum family) is seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide in-home evaluation and treatment for speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing disorders in adults. You will partner with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to improve communication, safety, independence and quality of life through personalized care.

The role requires CCC-SLP, state licensure, CPR, and at least 1 year of experience.

Qualifications

• CCC-SLP with CAA-accredited program practicum.
• Current, unencumbered state license to practice speech pathology.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication and swallowing disorders in adults.
• Provide aural rehabilitation and AAC for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team to improve safety and quality of life.

Skills

Speech pathology

Education

CCC-SLP Certification

State licensure to practice

CPR certification

Job description

UnitedHealth Group (Optum family) is seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide in-home evaluation and treatment for speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing disorders in adults. You will partner with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to improve communication, safety, independence and quality of life through personalized care.

The role requires CCC-SLP, state licensure, CPR, and at least 1 year of experience.