Physical Therapist - Acute Care
Albuquerque, NM
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist - Acute Care

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Physical Therapist for Acute Care, day shift
• Requires 1 year of experience in the specialty
• Suitable for first-time travel therapists
• New Mexico license required (pending license acceptable with approximately 3 weeks ETA)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in New Mexico
• Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapist experience within the last year

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• I-9 verification
• Driver’s License or State ID
• E-Verify compliance
• 7-year background check including SS trace, county searches, nationwide sex offender check, and education verification
• Fingerprinting required onsite during orientation (specific to New Mexico placements)
• Education verification (transcript or diploma may be accepted temporarily)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B status (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (during flu season)

Additional Requirements

• Completion of unit-specific skills checklist annually
• Work history verification for the past 7 years
• Employment application and resume required
• Photo for badge identification
• Signed fingerprint consent form prior to start (New Mexico only)

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required for this position.
• Orientation and EPIC training can be attended pending fingerprint clearance, but work on unit cannot begin until clearance is received.
• Medical and religious exemptions for vaccines require proper documentation and approval.

This position is ideal for a Physical Therapist with acute care experience looking to take on a travel contract in New Mexico with a supportive onboarding process and clear compliance requirements.