Travel Physical Therapist Skilled Nursing Facility Job

Overview
Physical Therapist needed for a travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This 13-week position starts on December 1, 2026, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week and daytime 5x8 shifts (08:00–16:30). Weekly pay ranges from $2,513 to $2,670. The role takes place in a skilled nursing facility setting and is managed as a travel - temporary assignment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,513–$2,670 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 Days (08:00–16:30)
- Start date: 12/01/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Responsibilities
- Conduct initial physical therapy evaluations and ongoing reassessments for residents
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and functional independence
- Provide interventions such as therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, and functional activities
- Monitor resident progress, adjust plans as needed, and document outcomes for charting and billing
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team and educate residents and families on care plans and safety
- Ensure patient safety during therapy and maintain compliance with facility policies

Requirements
- Active physical therapy license with eligibility to practice in New Mexico
- Ability to work effectively in a skilled nursing facility setting
- Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills
- Willingness to participate in a 13-week travel assignment in Albuquerque, NM
- Experience documenting outcomes and coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams (preferred)

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Assignment length: 13 weeks
- Start date: 12/01/2026
- Daytime shift: 08:00–16:30
- Agencies must have NM caregivers account

Find more opportunities
Find more opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting

PAY DISCLAIMER
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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.