Speech Therapist PRN
Optum, New Orleans, LA, United States
Explore opportunities with Ochsner Home Health of New Orleans, a 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, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of
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As the Speech Therapist in Home Health, you will be 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 and evaluation, you will help determine a treatment plan, perform interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well‑being, and evaluate the patient's progress.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws governing the practice of speech therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.
Evaluate the patient's level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests; assist the physician in developing the therapy plan of care.
Treat patients to communicate effectively by expressing thoughts according to the patient's condition using acceptable standards of practice.
Observe, record, and report to the supervising nurse and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.
Instruct 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.
Be able to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.
Required Qualifications
Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of residence.
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Preferred Qualifications
Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
Available to work a weekend rotation.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your 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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $35.00 to $62.50 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe that everyone—of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income—deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Speech Therapist in Home Health, you will be 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 and evaluation, you will help determine a treatment plan, perform interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well‑being, and evaluate the patient's progress.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws governing the practice of speech therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.
Evaluate the patient's level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests; assist the physician in developing the therapy plan of care.
Treat patients to communicate effectively by expressing thoughts according to the patient's condition using acceptable standards of practice.
Observe, record, and report to the supervising nurse and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.
Instruct 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.
Be able to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.
Required Qualifications
Licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of residence.
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Preferred Qualifications
Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
Available to work a weekend rotation.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your 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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $35.00 to $62.50 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe that everyone—of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income—deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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