Physical Therapist (PT) - Travel/Contract - Up to $2,700/week!

Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week local travel contract in North of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Work with an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, and deliver therapy that improves mobility, strength, and independence. Earn up to $2,700 per week based on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess patients' mobility, strength, range of motion, balance, coordination, and functional abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments, medical history, functional goals, and physician recommendations.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, functional mobility training, gait training, balance exercises, and other appropriate rehabilitation interventions.
• Help patients improve strength, flexibility, coordination, endurance, and independence with activities of daily living.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed to achieve established rehabilitation goals.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, safe mobility techniques, injury prevention, and strategies for continued recovery.
• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge recommendations accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Follow applicable clinical protocols, infection prevention practices, patient safety standards, and professional documentation requirements.
• Promote a supportive, encouraging, and patient-centered rehabilitation environment.
• Participate in care planning and discharge preparation to help patients transition safely to their next level of care.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or an equivalent qualifying physical therapy degree from an accredited program.
• Active and unrestricted New Mexico Physical Therapist license required.
• Minimum of one year of professional Physical Therapist experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform patient evaluations, establish measurable goals, develop treatment plans, and implement appropriate rehabilitation interventions.
• Current Basic Life Support certification may be required by the hiring facility.
• Ability to maintain accurate clinical records and comply with facility documentation standards.
• Knowledge of patient safety, ethical practice, infection control, and applicable physical therapy regulations.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous contract, local travel, or travel healthcare experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent clinical judgment, organizational skills, and time management.
• A compassionate, adaptable approach to patient care.
• Commitment to helping patients achieve meaningful functional improvements and long-term rehabilitation goals.