About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare & Nursing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

The Confidential Client is hiring a Travel Physical Therapist for a short-term contract in La Cienga, NM. You will deliver patient-centered physical therapy services across inpatient and outpatient settings, support program and department operations, and supervise PT/PTA students and support staff.

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for physical and cognitive status.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans with measurable goals in collaboration with patients and families.
• Complete and maintain required documentation: initial evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other clinical records.
• Participate in patient- and family-care conferences, in-service training, and departmental meetings.
• Provide patient and family education, discharge planning, and community resource referrals.
• Supervise and coordinate Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant student programs; oversee Licensed PTAs, Rehab Technicians, and volunteers.
• Contribute to department performance improvement activities and meet productivity standards.
• Support clinical program development and maintain professional relationships with medical staff and referral sources.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or entry-level Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current New Mexico Physical Therapist license required prior to start.
• BLS (CPR) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• No prior experience required; new graduates with appropriate licensure are welcome.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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Assignment Details

• Employment type: Travel / Contract (13-week assignment)
• Start date: 2026-09-14
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week; typical shift 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (8-hour days)
• Location: La Cienga, NM (assignment may be at facilities in the local region)
• Pay: Estimated annualized compensation shown on the source listing (tax-free stipend elements may apply; exact pay package and stipends to be confirmed with the hiring team)

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Why Join the Confidential Client (via Careertakes)

• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life) and retirement/401(k) options may be available — confirm eligibility with the client.
• Onboarding support (credentialing, physicals, titers handled).
• Clinical support and recruiting assistance from an in-house team.
• Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meal stipend, and referral bonuses may be available depending on assignment.

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What We Value

• Patient-first clinical care and clear documentation.
• Collaborative problem-solving and professionalism with colleagues and referral partners.
• Continuous learning and participation in quality improvement.
• Flexibility and adaptability when working in different care settings.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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