Physical Therapist
Santa Fe, NM
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Physical Therapist (PT) - Travel Assignment

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM (8-hour shift)
Start Date: ASAP
Employment Type: Travel, Full Time

Job Summary

• Assess and treat neuromusculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems using physical or mechanical means to maintain or restore function impaired by injury or disease.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Administer and oversee all physical therapy modalities and treatments, ensuring safety and appropriateness.
• Supervise and provide on-the-job training to PT Assistants and Rehabilitation Assistants.
• Maintain detailed patient treatment records, including evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Communicate regularly with referring physicians regarding patient progress and treatment adjustments.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing education to meet licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Verify physician orders before evaluation and treatment.
• Conduct thorough patient evaluations including chart review and objective measurements.
• Apply or supervise treatments such as therapeutic exercises, hot/cold therapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, gait and balance training, and soft tissue mobilization.
• Ensure patient tolerance and safety during treatments.
• Organize and instruct patients and families on home exercise programs.
• Ensure documentation accurately reflects treatment sessions and time spent.
• Promote a team approach in rehabilitation services delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in New Mexico
• Physical Therapist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Degree in Physical Therapy at the Doctorate, Masters, Bachelors, or Associates level

Work Environment & Additional Details

• Dress code: Khaki pants and white polo.
• No weekend or on-call requirements.
• Blocked scheduling is not accommodated.

This position is a backfill replacement role.