Per Diem Speech Therapist – Senior Living Care

Optum; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) contribution

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

LHC Group, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Senior Living Speech Therapist (Per Diem) in Columbia, SC. You will assess and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments, contribute to treatment plans, and monitor patient progress in a patient-centered care setting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the health care team, flexible scheduling, and delivering high-quality care to diverse populations in a post-acute environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of residence.
• Current driver’s license and access to a vehicle or reliable transportation.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days (preferred).
• Weekend rotation availability (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws and plan of care.
• Evaluates patient function and assists in developing therapy plan of care.
• Treats patients to improve communication, swallowing, and cognitive functions.
• Observes and reports patient progress to supervisor/physician.
• Educates patient, family, and caregivers in speech therapy activities.
• Demonstrates ability to work with diverse populations.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Education

Licensed Speech Therapist (State license)

Job description

LHC Group, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Senior Living Speech Therapist (Per Diem) in Columbia, SC. You will assess and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments, contribute to treatment plans, and monitor patient progress in a patient-centered care setting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the health care team, flexible scheduling, and delivering high-quality care to diverse populations in a post-acute environment.