Pediatric Physical Therapist
Rio Rancho, NM
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with at least two years of recent inpatient and outpatient experience and a New Mexico PT license for a mixed acute care and outpatient role.

Responsibilities

• Position is a mix of acute care and outpatient physical therapy settings
• Work includes inpatient, outpatient, long-term care, community-based care, and home health care environments
• Schedule is 40 hours per week, 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, with one weekend per month in acute care
• Floating between departments and local locations within 20 miles is required
• Patient population includes adults and pediatrics from birth to 18 years old
• EPIC EMR experience preferred, but onsite training is available
• Main responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients with a variety of physical and developmental disorders using therapeutic interventions
• Involves coordinating efforts with other disciplines to meet discharge goals and optimize patient independence
• Requires knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan
• Must be flexible, a strong team player, and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment
• Float to adult or pediatric units as census demands
• No local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius
• Returning employees must wait one year before being eligible for a travel contract
• Candidates must pass initial orientation and any required competency testing
• Scrub or dress code information is not specified

Requirements

• Current New Mexico PT license required (license required if applicable)
• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required; Doctorate preferred
• BLS certification required through AHA, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross
• Minimum two years of recent experience in physical therapy specialty
• At least one 13-week previous travel assignment required
• One year of pediatric PT experience required if working with pediatric patients
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Basic computer and charting skills required

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts