Speech Therapist

Speech Therapist - Part-Time and Per DiemWe are hiring a per diem Speech Therapist to join our dynamic care team at Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in Sandisfield! As a Speech Therapist, you will provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload. Our per diem Speech Therapist will also participate in the clinical team process, provide teaching and training to caregiver staff, and supervise other assistants, aides, and students as required.Up to $60 an hour with weekly pay. Berkshire is an award-winning, all-male skilled nursing facility.Education & Experience:Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Speech TherapyCurrent licensure by the applicable state agencyTwo (2) years of clinical experience in long-term care preferredCEU's per state licensure requirementsNew graduates welcome!Duties & Responsibilities:Screens patients/residentsEvaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plansProvides direct resident treatments in accordance with an established plan of careContributes to the team meeting and decision-making process as defined by the programConsults with and trains patients/residents and caregiversMonitors efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with supervisorDocuments activities according to the company's clinical documentation system on a timely basisDemonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulationsCommunicates effectively with patients, residents, team members, customers, and supervisorSpecific Requirements:Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customersStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong organizational and analytical skillsStanding and walking for significant amounts of time is necessaryExcellent hearing and verbal skills required for directing staff, customer relations, and marketing activitiesManual dexterity required for documentation needs, manipulations of equipment, and for direct patient careRequires intense attention and concentrationAbility to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demandsDemonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and othersAbility to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgroundsAbility to articulate and comprehend the English languageWhat we offer:Competitive and Weekly PayHoliday Pay for Hourly and Salaried EmployeesOvertime Pay for Hourly EmployeesCareer Advancement OpportunitiesExclusive Employer Discount ProgramAvailable for Eligible Team Members:Employer-Paid Life Insurance401(k) with Employer MatchVacation and Personal TimeHealth, Dental, and Vision InsuranceWe are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).