Speech Therapist - Home Health | Caring & Growth

UnitedHealth Group; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Speech Therapist for Home Health, responsible for evaluating speech and language needs, developing treatment plans, and delivering therapy to improve communication, swallowing, and cognitive function. This role collaborates with the health care team to support patient well-being and progress.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with nurses and physicians, and educating patients and families in therapy techniques.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides speech therapy services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws.
• Evaluates patient function and assists in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Treats patients to improve communication effectiveness according to their condition.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment to supervising staff.
• Instructs patients, families, and caregivers in speech therapy techniques.

Skills

Licensed Speech Therapist

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Speech Therapist for Home Health, responsible for evaluating speech and language needs, developing treatment plans, and delivering therapy to improve communication, swallowing, and cognitive function. This role collaborates with the health care team to support patient well-being and progress.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with nurses and physicians, and educating patients and families in therapy techniques.