Physical Therapist Inpatient Acute and Rehab
Santa Fe, New Mexico
CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Medical Center

Physical Therapist (PT) - Travel Position

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

• Assess and treat neuromusculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems by physical or mechanical means to maintain or restore function impaired by injury or disease.
• Manage pain and promote mobility and health as prescribed by the referring physician.
• Develop, implement, and monitor patient care plans.
• Administer physical therapy modalities and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Work primarily in inpatient acute care and inpatient rehab settings.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Shift Options:

  • 5 x 8-hour shifts, Friday through Tuesday (8 AM - 5 PM)
  • 4 x 10-hour shifts, Friday through Monday
  • 4 x 10-hour shifts, Saturday through Tuesday
• Weekend work required.
• No on-call requirement.
• Floating required between inpatient rehab and acute care units.
• Work environment includes potential exposure to communicable diseases, combative patients, and hazardous chemicals.
• Clean, well-lighted, ventilated, smoke-free environment.
• Physically demanding: prolonged standing/walking, lifting/transferring patients and equipment (up to 50 lbs).

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

Education

• Doctorate, Masters, Bachelors, or Associates Degree in Physical Therapy.

Licensure & Certification

• Current New Mexico Physical Therapist licensure.
• BLS certification via AHA.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Physical Therapy specialty.
• Prior travel experience is not required.

Skills

• Strong assessment, evaluation, decision-making, and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

• Good physical condition required.
• Ability to stand and walk extensively.
• Ability to lift, position, and transfer patients and equipment.
• Ability to lift supplies or equipment up to 50 lbs.

Additional Notes

• Responsible to Director/Manager of Rehabilitation Services.