Speech Therapist, CCC-SLP PRN - Paris area

UnitedHealth Group•Paris, TX

11d•$74,936 - $112,404•Remote

About The Position

Elite Home Health, a part of LHC Group and a member of the Optum family, is seeking a Speech Therapist (CCC-SLP) for PRN positions in the Paris area. This role is dedicated to helping individuals feel their best by providing post-acute care. The Speech Therapist will assess and evaluate patient needs related to speech and language disorders, functional communication, swallowing, and cognitive impairments. Based on these assessments, the therapist will help determine treatment plans, implement interventions to improve patient well-being, and monitor progress. The company fosters a culture of Caring, Connecting, and Growing together, offering a challenging and rewarding environment with clear direction and development opportunities.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
Available to work a weekend rotation

Responsibilities

Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the 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.
Evaluates the patient's level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests. 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.
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.