PRN Speech Therapist (SLP) – Home Health

UnitedHealth Group; Red Bay (AL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 127,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive benefits package

incentive and recognition programs

equity stock purchase and 401k

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Keller Home Care is hiring a PRN Speech Therapist (SLP) in Alabama. The role involves assessment and treatment of speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments, with a focus on developing and evaluating treatment plans in home health.

You will evaluate patients, collaborate with the health care team, educate patients and families, and document progress. Requirements include Alabama licensure, CPR, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of Alabama.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of speech therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team
• Evaluates the patient’s level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care
• Treats patients to communicate effectively by expressing thoughts according to the patient’s condition using acceptable standards of practice
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising nurse and/or physician the patient’s response to treatment and changes in the patient’s condition
• Instructs the patient, the family and/or caregiver and other members of the health care team in areas of speech therapy in which they can participate

Education

Licensed Speech Therapist in Alabama

CPR certification

Driver's license and reliable transportation

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's Keller Home Care is hiring a PRN Speech Therapist (SLP) in Alabama. The role involves assessment and treatment of speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments, with a focus on developing and evaluating treatment plans in home health.

You will evaluate patients, collaborate with the health care team, educate patients and families, and document progress. Requirements include Alabama licensure, CPR, and reliable transportation.