Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

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As a per diem, nonexempt Speech Language Pathologist, you are responsible for the administration and direct application of Speech-Language pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. Duties include evaluating, planning, directing, and treating all patients referred to Speech-Language Pathology. In this role, you will assist patients to obtain maximum performance and function in society while learning to live a routine "normal" life within the constraints of their disability. This position may also provide coverage at other affiliated locations as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Evaluation & Diagnosis - Assess speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders and conduct screenings, tests, and evaluations to identify patient needs
• Treatment Planning - Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals and patient goals and tailor interventions to specific communication or swallowing challenges
• Therapy & Intervention - Provide therapy to improve speech clarity and articulation, language comprehension and expression, voice and fluency and swallowing/feeding function
• Monitor and document patient treatment and response according to current standards and policies
• Assess patient progress with treatment and request re-assessment from Staff OT as per policy. This includes treatment in all patient populations
• Engage patient and family members in the educational process of designed home exercise programs for therapy that identifies and takes into consideration psychosocial, cultural, and ethical/religious special needs for patient and family members

Location: Wilson Health in Sidney, Ohio

Schedule: This position will provide coverage on an as needed basis. There are no regularly scheduled hours for this role.

Rehab Department Hours: Hours of operation are Monday-Thursday, 7:00am-6:30pm, and Friday, 7:00am-5:00pm. The Rehab Department utilizes Epic.

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. 

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited college in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current Ohio Speech Language Pathologist license in good standing
• Proven effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualification:

• Recent inpatient acute and outpatient treatment experience

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 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $35 - $63 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 everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.  

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.