UnitedHealth Group·Fayetteville, North Carolina
Responsible for assessing and evaluating patient needs related to speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive impairments. The therapist develops and implements treatment plans and coordinates care with the healthcare team to improve patient well-being.
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As the Speech Therapist in Home Health is 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, the Speech Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress.
Primary 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 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.
Must be licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of residence and possess a valid driver's license with a dependable vehicle. CPR certification is preferred or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Market context
In North Carolina, allied health laboratory roles typically see steady demand in hospitals, reference labs, and health systems that need certified staff for routine and specialized testing. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a bachelor’s degree, MT ASCP certification, and substantial clinical lab experience, with prior Medical Technologist experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification and experience match before applying.