Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Physical Therapist — Outpatient Hospital — Santa Fe, NM

Provide skilled physical therapy services in an outpatient hospital setting. Assess and treat neuromusculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory conditions using therapeutic exercise, modalities, gait and balance training, and functional mobility interventions. Develop, implement, and monitor individualized plans of care, document progress, coordinate with referring physicians, and supervise PT assistants and rehabilitation assistants as indicated. Maintain professional competence through continuing education and participate in quality improvement activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy (Doctorate, Master’s, Bachelor’s, or Associate degree in Physical Therapy).
• Current New Mexico Physical Therapist licensure required to start assignment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Experience with outpatient physical therapy evaluations, treatment planning, and common modalities (therapeutic exercise, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, cryotherapy, soft tissue mobilization, gait and balance training).
• Demonstrated skills in assessment/evaluation, clinical decision-making, time management, and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising PT Assistants and Rehabilitation Assistants.
• Experience with developing home exercise programs and patient/family education.
• Prior experience working in hospital outpatient or multidisciplinary rehabilitation settings.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM.
• Work schedule: Five days per week, eight hours per day.
• Outpatient clinical environment.
• Dress code: Khaki pants and white polo.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We offer a benefits package designed for traveling clinicians starting day one. Benefits include medical coverage options, 401(k) matching, paid housing availability, travel and license reimbursement, 24/7 recruiter support, and referral programs.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide evidence-based physical therapy interventions that restore function, reduce pain, and promote mobility. Ensure accurate documentation and charge capture. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and referring physicians to optimize patient outcomes. Participate in performance improvement and maintain required continuing education to support quality care delivery.

Location Highlights

Santa Fe sits at the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and is the state capital of New Mexico. The city features the historic Plaza and Canyon Road arts district, both within a short commute of local hospitals, and is approximately 60 miles from Taos Ski Valley for outdoor recreation. Nearby attractions include Bandelier National Monument and the Santa Fe National Forest, offering hiking, skiing, and cultural festivals year-round. The area suits clinicians seeking a blend of cultural arts, outdoor adventure, and a smaller-city lifestyle.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.