Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,282 per week in Santa Fe, NM

Assist with coordination and supervision of Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant student programs, as well as Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants, Rehab Technicians, and Volunteers. Perform comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to determine the physical and cognitive status of inpatients and outpatients, considering diagnosis and age-specific needs.

Job ID: 881583

Estimated Weekly Gross: $2,282.93

Job Title

Physical Therapist
Location

Santa Fe, NM | Inpatient Rehab / Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Full-Time | Days (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) | Onsite | Weekend requirement: Friday - Tuesday | Projected Start: 09/14/2026
Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to determine the physical and cognitive status of inpatients and outpatients, considering diagnosis and age-specific needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals, incorporating patient and family participation, and complete discharge planning in a timely manner
• Maintain thorough documentation including initial evaluations, daily and weekly progress notes, discharge summaries, and other required notations
• Participate in patient care conferences, family conferences, in-service programs, and departmental and interdepartmental meetings
• Assist with coordination and supervision of Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant student programs, as well as Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants, Rehab Technicians, and Volunteers
• Support department operations including Performance Improvement activities, productivity standards, and orientation of new associates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or entry-level Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited college or university
• Current New Mexico Physical Therapist licensure required
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapy experience
• Ability to float to Inpatient Rehab and Acute Care settings as required
• Weekend availability required (Friday - Tuesday shift schedule)

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working in an inpatient rehabilitation or acute care environment
• Familiarity with supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, Rehab Technicians, or student programs
• Experience with Performance Improvement activities and departmental program development

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic inpatient and acute care environment in Santa Fe, NM on a 13-week travel contract with a projected start date of September 2026
• Gain broad clinical experience across inpatient rehab and acute settings while contributing to a collaborative, multidisciplinary care team