Speech Therapist - Home Health Impact & Growth

UnitedHealth Group; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentives and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Community Home Health, a part of LHC Group, is part of UnitedHealth Group and is seeking a Speech Therapist in Florida to assess and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments in home-based patients. You will help form treatment plans and monitor progress.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, family education, and collaboration with the health care team, with licensure and dependable transportation required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides services within the scope of practice defined by state laws and the plan of care.
• Evaluates functional status and assists in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Treats patients to improve communication and safety, considering individual conditions.
• Observes and reports patient progress and changes to the care team.
• Educates patient, family and caregivers on speech therapy techniques and home practice.
• Function effectively in diverse home settings regardless of background.

Skills

Licensed in Speech Therapy

Driver's license

Job description

Community Home Health, a part of LHC Group, is part of UnitedHealth Group and is seeking a Speech Therapist in Florida to assess and treat speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments in home-based patients. You will help form treatment plans and monitor progress.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, family education, and collaboration with the health care team, with licensure and dependable transportation required.