Physical Therapist
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Memorial Medical Center

Physical Therapist (PT) Travel Opportunity

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Employment Type: Travel
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (flexible)
• Weekend Requirement: One weekend day per month only if needed; a flex day during the week is provided when working a weekend day
• Average Caseload: 10-12 patients per therapist, with an overall unit caseload around 40 patients
• Unit Staffing: 1 rehab tech available
• Documentation System: Meditech
• Productivity Expectation: 50% of hours worked should be billable, reasonable for acute care setting

Facility & Unit Highlights

• Licensed for 199 beds; average census approximately 120
• Acute care setting with inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative services
• Joint Commission Accredited, Certified Primary Stroke Center, Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI
• Experienced and supportive therapy staff with long tenure (some >25 years) across PT, OT, and ST disciplines
• Location offers diverse outdoor recreation opportunities (mountains, lakes, hiking, biking) and a dry heat climate

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in New Mexico

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Experience with orthopedic, neurological, and general medical patients preferred
• Critical Care Unit (CCU) experience is a plus
• No advanced procedures or certifications beyond BLS required

Additional Information

• Dress code: scrubs or business casual attire accepted
• The department culture is described as family-oriented, supportive, encouraging, and fun
• Orientation sessions held weekly on Mondays
• Floating policy: Not applicable

This position offers a well-rounded acute care therapy experience in a stable, accredited hospital environment with a supportive team and flexible scheduling.