Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Artesia, NM

Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Artesia, NM
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location

Artesia, NM | Primarily Hospital-Based Outpatient with Inpatient Flex

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (closed 12–1 PM for lunch) | Weekend rotation approximately 1 in every 5 weekends covering inpatient units | Holiday rotation may be required

Key Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans and guide patients through functional exercises and equipment use
• Monitor and document patient progress, reporting findings to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Treat approximately 8–10 patients per day across a mixed patient population ranging from juvenile (typically age 5+) to geriatric
• Work primarily in a hospital-based outpatient PT setting, with the possibility of flexing into the inpatient Medical-Surgical/Rehab unit as needed
• Maintain open communication with the supervising PT and patients throughout the course of care
• Complete required facility onboarding modules prior to working the floor (up to 6 hours of module work)

Required Qualifications

• Active New Mexico PTA State License required
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum of 1 year of PTA experience outside of clinical rotations; outpatient experience strongly preferred
• Candidates with inpatient-only experience may be considered
• New Mexico Caregiver Background Fingerprint check must be completed in-state with results received prior to start date

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience treating total joint replacements, back, shoulder, or foot pain, and neurological conditions such as TBI, stroke, or Parkinson's disease
• Outpatient PTA experience is strongly preferred; first-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Familiarity with both outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation settings

Why Join Us

• Gain diverse clinical experience across outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation settings within a supportive hospital environment
• Structured 1–2 shift orientation with a preceptor to support a smooth transition onto the floor