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Optum

Speech Therapist, ST CCC-SLP - Christus Homecare

Optum, Palestine, Texas, United States, 75801

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Overview

Explore opportunities with LHC Group, a leading post‑acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best and value meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the community we serve. Position Summary

The Speech Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to treating speech and language disorders, and functional training in communication, swallowing, and cognitive impairments. Based on this assessment, the Speech Therapist determines a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well‑being, and evaluates the patient's progress. Primary Responsibilities

Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws, in accordance with the plan of care and in coordination with other members of the health care team. Evaluates the patient's level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests and assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care. Treats patients to communicate effectively by expressing thoughts according to the patient's condition using acceptable standards of practice. Observes, records, and reports to the supervising nurse and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Instructs the patient, the family and/or caregiver and other members of the health care team in areas of speech therapy in which they can participate. Required Qualifications

Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of residence. Current CPR certification. Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and dependable access to a vehicle or public transportation. Compensation and Benefits

Pay ranges from $71,200 to $127,200 annually based on full‑time employment. In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Legal and Equal Opportunity

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. 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. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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