Physical Therapist

Executive Search Network/Platinum Staffing - Physical TherapistJob Summary:Executive Search Network/Platinum Staffing is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our team at a highly rated Skilled Nursing Home in Lewiston/Auburn, Maine. As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing Physical therapy services in accordance with current regulations and guidelines. If you are a motivated and dedicated professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.Essential Functions:Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct physical therapy services and programs for residentsAssess and care for patients with varying ages and needsMaintain accurate documentation, department records, and reportsEnsure effective communication regarding PT programsContribute to daily management of patient care and rehabilitation personnelMaintain commitment to professional growth and competencyOperate and maintain equipment and environment in a safe and orderly mannerContribute to philosophy of quality care and human dignity at the facilityParticipate in discharge planning, development, and implementation of resident care plansPosition Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of Physical TherapyLicensed Physical Therapist in the State of MaineLong-term care experience preferredGraduates acceptedCompetency Statement(s):Assertiveness - ability to act in a self-confident mannerActive Listening - ability to actively attend to comments and questions of othersDetail Oriented - ability to pay attention to minute detailsDiversity Oriented - ability to work effectively with people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job typeEmpathetic - ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of othersInterpersonal - ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individualsCommunication, Oral - ability to communicate effectively using the spoken wordHonesty/Integrity - ability to be truthful and credible in the workplaceGoal Oriented - ability to focus on a goal and obtain a predetermined resultAccuracy - ability to perform work accurately and thoroughlyAnalytical Skills - ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problemCoaching and Development - ability to provide guidance and feedbackCommunication, Written - ability to communicate in writing clearly and conciselyConceptual Thinking - ability to think in terms of abstract ideasConflict Resolution - ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situationPersuasive - ability to influence others to change position or adopt a specific point of viewMotivation - ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goalNegotiation Skills - ability to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all partiesManagement Skills - ability to organize and direct oneself and supervise othersLeadership - ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and make decisionsEnthusiastic - ability to bring energy to the performance of a taskEthical - ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standardsEnergetic - ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality workSafety Awareness - ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safetyDelegating Responsibility - ability to allocate authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate peopleResource Management (People & Equipment) - ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, and personnelProblem Solving - ability to find a solution for or deal proactively with work-related problemsTraining - ability to develop a particular skill in others to bring them up to a predetermined standard of work performanceTeam Builder - ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goalStrategic Planning - ability to develop a vision for the future and create a culture in which long-range goals can be achievedWork Environment:Competitive salary and benefitsPart-time full-time opportunitiesGreat work environmentHow to Apply:If you are a motivated and dedicated professional looking for a new challenge, please apply to this exciting opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you!Salary: $45 - $47 HOURLY