Speech Therapist in Norwich

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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.

• 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 the development of 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.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

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

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 benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $71,200 to $127,200 annually based on full-time employment.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe 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 enabling 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.