Speech Therapist

UnitedHealth Group; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group’s Reliant Medical Group in Worcester, MA is seeking a part-time Speech Language Pathologist (20 hrs/week) to join a physician-led, value-based care team. You will assess, design and implement treatment plans, educate families, and document in the EMR to support functional outcomes.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology, MA license, and CCC, with proficiency in EPIC and common office software. Competitive benefits and salary range provided.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Active unrestricted State of Massachusetts license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Clinical Certificate of Competency (CCC)

Responsibilities

• Administer appropriate diagnostic assessments according to diagnosis and patient population
• Design and develop appropriate patient treatment plans including long term goals and short-term goals for functional outcomes measured by objective data collection
• Educates patient, family, and caregivers regarding disorder(s) and therapeutic procedure(s). Provides patient educational materials appropriate to patient and family needs. Provides and documents specific training related to patient's disorder
• Documents evaluations, all patient visits, and billing in the electronic medical record. Ensures documentation is timely and meets appropriate guidelines

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Massachusetts license to practice Speech Language Pathology

CCC

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Electronic Medical Record

Job description

$3,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
Opportunities with Reliant Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses. Join a community-based, multi-specialty, physician-led organization where you will work with talented peers on a common purpose: improving the quality, cost and experience of health care. Here, we focus on delivering the best patient care, rather than volume. Through innovation and superior care management, we support patients and your well-being as a team member. Join a team at the forefront of value-based care and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Position Details: Part Time (20 hrs.) AM & PM hours to accommodate Pedi Clients
Primary Location: Worcester, MA
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Experience: Pediatrics
Primary Responsibilities

• Administer appropriate diagnostic assessments according to diagnosis and patient population
• Design and develop appropriate patient treatment plans including long term goals and short-term goals for functional outcomes measured by objective data collection
• Educates patient, family, and caregivers regarding disorder(s) and therapeutic procedure(s). Provides patient educational materials appropriate to patient and family needs. Provides and documents specific training related to patient's disorder
• Documents evaluations, all patient visits, and billing in the electronic medical record. Ensures documentation is timely and meets appropriate guidelines

You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited college or university
• Active unrestricted State of Massachusetts license to practice as a Speech Language
• Clinical Certificate of Competency (CCC)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of EPIC
• Knowledge of various software applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, electronic medical record, etc.
• Proven excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.