Per Diem Speech Therapist - Weekend Rotations

Optum; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Senior Living Speech Therapist (Per Diem) in New Jersey. The role focuses on assessment, therapy planning, and interventions for speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments, collaborating with the care team to improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, educating patients and families, and ensuring care aligns with state practice standards. Per diem schedule offers flexibility within the home-based or facility setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of residence.
• Current driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs related to speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
• Provide therapy within state practice scope and coordinate with the care team.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on speech therapy techniques.
• Document patient responses and changes in condition for supervising staff.

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Senior Living Speech Therapist (Per Diem) in New Jersey. The role focuses on assessment, therapy planning, and interventions for speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments, collaborating with the care team to improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, educating patients and families, and ensuring care aligns with state practice standards. Per diem schedule offers flexibility within the home-based or facility setting.