Travel Physical Therapist Assistant, Acute Care Hospital - $1,470 per week

American Consultants is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Physical Therapy Assistant Discipline:

Therapy Start Date:

07/27/2026 Duration:

13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift:

8 hours, days Employment Type:

Travel Job Opportunity – Physical Therapist Assistant – Albuquerque, NM 87102

Start Date:

July 27, 2026 Location:

Albuquerque, New Mexico Schedule:

Day shift, 5x8-hour shifts (08:00 - 16:30). Patient ratio of 4:1 during the week, 1:1 on weekends. Approximately 8 visits per day with an average daily census of 175. 24-hour orientation provided. Highlights:

13-week acute care hospital assignment with competitive travel compensation Work with adult and geriatric patient populations in a fast-paced acute care environment Interdisciplinary support from physical therapy team Up to 4 days of pre-approved time off available First-time travelers welcome with 1 year of PTA experience Float opportunities to like units within scope as needed Requirements:

Active New Mexico Physical Therapist Assistant license (pending acceptable with 2-3 week ETA) Minimum 1 year of PTA experience required BLS certification required Experience with electronic charting systems Acute care experience preferred; skills in post-operative care, joint replacements, neurological conditions, and rehabilitation highly valued Must reside outside 50-mile local radius Why Join Us?

This travel assignment offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career in acute care rehabilitation while exploring the vibrant Southwest. You'll receive comprehensive support throughout your assignment, including orientation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and flexible scheduling options. Expand your clinical expertise working with diverse patient populations including post-surgical, orthopedic, and neurological cases in a supportive hospital environment.

American Consultants Job ID #18632306. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Physical Therapy:Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA),07:00:00-15:00:00 About American Consultants

Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people. Benefits

Medical benefits Dental benefits Life insurance Weekly pay License and certification reimbursement Holiday Pay 401k retirement plan Referral bonus