Speech Therapist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCelina Road, Burkesville, Cumberland County, Kentucky, 42717, United States
About the Team
Lifeline Health Care of Cumberland is part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best. Our culture is built on Caring. Connecting. Growing together., fostering meaningful connections between our team members, patients, families, and the communities we serve.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income. We are committed to mitigating our environmental impact and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.
About the Role
As a Speech Therapist in Home Health, you will be responsible for assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to speech and language disorders, as well as functional training in communication, swallowing, and cognitive impairments. Based on these evaluations, you will help determine treatment plans, perform interventions aimed at improving patient well-being, and evaluate progress. You will work within the scope of state laws, coordinating with other healthcare team members to ensure patients communicate effectively and receive appropriate care.
You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and provides clear direction on what it takes to succeed. The role offers development opportunities for other positions you may be interested in.
Hiring Process
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Celina Road, Burkesville, Cumberland County, Kentucky, 42717, United States
Burkesville, Kentucky
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Frequently asked questions about Speech Therapist at Optum
What does a Speech Therapist at Optum do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Speech Therapist at Optum will evaluate patient function using diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests; provide speech therapy interventions to improve communication and swallowing; record and report patient responses to treatment to supervising staff; and instruct patients, families, and caregivers in speech therapy participation.
What are the requirements for this Speech Therapist role?expand_more
Optum is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of residence; Current CPR certification; Current driver's license; Vehicle insurance; and Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Where is the Speech Therapist role at Optum located?expand_more
Speech Therapist at Optum is based in Celina Road, Burkesville, Cumberland County, Kentucky, 42717, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Speech Therapist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Optum has listed this Speech Therapist role as on-site.