Senior Living Speech Therapist: Transform Patient Communication

Seniorlivingsuncity; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Speech Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, swallowing and cognitive communication needs. You will assess, plan and implement therapy, working closely with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include validating progress, educating patients and families, and ensuring documentation meets state requirements. This role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork in a patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides services within the scope of practice for speech therapy and coordinates with the care team.
• Evaluates functional ability and assists in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Treats patients to improve speech, language, swallowing and cognitive communication.
• Records patient progress and reports changes to the supervising nurse/physician.
• Educates patients, families and caregivers on speech therapy techniques and home practice.

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Speech Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, swallowing and cognitive communication needs. You will assess, plan and implement therapy, working closely with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include validating progress, educating patients and families, and ensuring documentation meets state requirements. This role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork in a patient-centered environment.