Speech Therapist, Home Health — Impactful Care & Growth

Optum; Battle Ground (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Assured Home Health, part of the LHC Group and within the Optum family, is seeking a Speech Therapist in Home Health. The role focuses on assessment, treatment planning, and interventions for speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive needs in patients at home.

Responsibilities include evaluating function, collaborating with the care team, documenting progress, and educating patients and families. A valid Oregon state license is required, with transportation options necessary.

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech Therapist in Oregon.
• Current driver’s license or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides speech therapy services within the scope of practice and in coordination with the health care team.
• Evaluates function and assists in developing therapy plans of care.
• Treats patients to improve communication, swallowing, and cognitive function.
• Records patient progress and communicates changes to supervising professionals.
• Educates patient, family, and caregiver on therapy techniques.

Education

Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of Oregon

Job description

Assured Home Health, part of the LHC Group and within the Optum family, is seeking a Speech Therapist in Home Health. The role focuses on assessment, treatment planning, and interventions for speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive needs in patients at home.

Responsibilities include evaluating function, collaborating with the care team, documenting progress, and educating patients and families. A valid Oregon state license is required, with transportation options necessary.