Impactful Speech Therapist - Home Health Care

Optum; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase program

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

Guardian Home Health, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Speech Therapist to assess and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments in a home health setting in North Carolina. You will develop treatment plans, implement interventions, and monitor patient progress to improve quality of life.

Required licensure, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in home environments are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Speech Therapy in the resident state.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle or public transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws.
• Evaluates patient function and assists in therapy plan of care.
• Treats patients to improve communication and swallowing.
• Monitors, documents patient responses and progress.
• Educates patients, families and caregivers in speech therapy activities.
• Function in varied home situations regardless of demographics.

Skills

Speech therapy

Education

Licensed Speech Therapist (state license)

Job description

Guardian Home Health, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Speech Therapist to assess and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments in a home health setting in North Carolina. You will develop treatment plans, implement interventions, and monitor patient progress to improve quality of life.

Required licensure, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in home environments are essential.