Travel Physical Therapist Skilled Nursing Facility Job

Overview
Physical Therapist needed for a travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility located in Silver City, New Mexico. The start date is 10/12/2026 with a 13-week duration. Compensation ranges from $2,446 to $2,495 per week, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. The shift is 5x8 days (08:00–16:30). Setting: long-term care/nursing home.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: 2,446 – 2,495 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 08:00–16:30, 5x8 days
- Start date: 10/12/2026
- Setting: Long-term care (LTC) facility

Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care for residents in a SNF setting.
- Deliver clinical interventions including therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance and neuromuscular re-education as prescribed.
- Implement, monitor, and adjust treatment plans based on resident progress; document progress notes in line with state and facility requirements.
- Provide patient and family education on exercise programs, safety, functional goals, and discharge planning.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other therapy team members to optimize resident outcomes.
- Ensure safe patient handling, promote fall prevention, and uphold infection control and standard precautions during therapy sessions.

Requirements
- Active New Mexico physical therapy license (PT) or physical therapy assistant (PTA) licensure.
- Eligibility to work in the United States and travel to the assignment location.
- Ability to work in a skilled nursing/long-term care setting.
- Availability to meet the guaranteed 35 hours per week for the 13-week assignment starting 10/12/2026.
- Strong communication and clinical skills to coordinate with an interdisciplinary care team.

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- 13-week travel assignment
- 08:00–16:30 shift, 5x8 days
- Travel and recruitment support provided by Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.