Local Contract Physical Therapist - $59 per hour

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Work in various settings

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide outpatient rehabilitation services for older adults in Silver City, NM. The role involves evaluating patient needs, developing tailored therapy programs, and supervising assistants. Candidates must hold a valid PT license and have a Master's degree in Physical Therapy. This position offers flexibility in scheduling and the opportunity to work directly in patients' homes, focusing on enhancing their independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapy license in state of practice is required.
• Master's degree in Physical Therapy or related field needed.
• Driver's license or reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and students.
• Conduct patient evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy + 5 years experience

Job description

Job ID and Title

Job ID: 26-07195
Title: Physical Therapist

Location and Assignment

Location: Silver City, NM
Start Date: 04/20/2026
Duration: 14 Weeks
Hours: 40 per week (8-hour shifts)
Employment Type: Local Contract

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist will primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in‑home setting for the older adult population. The in‑home setting could be a patient's private residence or a patient's room in an independent living facility. Powerback Rehabilitation To You allows the Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat in the most functional environment, which is the patient's home. The Physical Therapist assesses the need for, develops, and delivers physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation. The Physical Therapist identifies the need for and makes referrals to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of patients. They implement individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. In addition, the Physical Therapist instructs, educates, and trains patients and caregivers in essential skills and functions for promoting independence and productivity, to diminish or correct pathology. They direct activities to promote and maintain health. This position provides a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.

Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards
• Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements, and work‑related meetings
• Attend and contribute to patient care, staffing conferences, and other related meetings
• Makes referrals to other disciplines and agencies to address the comprehensive needs of patients
• Consult with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient
• Adapt program and/or plan of care according to the needs of the individual patient
• Promote a safe environment and enforce the elimination of fire and safety hazards
• Order supplies and equipment as necessary
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment as necessary
• Puts patient service first: ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals' needs and rights
• Screens, examines, and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures, synthesizes information and interprets examination findings to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications, and design a plan of care
• Develop appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers, implement the physical therapy treatment plan, and complete all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services
• Designs, fabricates, fits, and/or applies adaptive devices, and trains patients in the use of adaptive devices including orthotics and prosthetics
• Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interest
• Instructs patients in the skills and techniques required for participation in mobility activities and evaluates patient progress, attitudes, and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential
• Performs routine re‑examination as needed to modify/progress plan of treatment
• Incorporates health and wellness programming into treatment plans for patients
• Performs home and community mobility assessments and provides recommendations for safe mobility in the home and community space
• Performs other related duties as required

Services Provided / Therapeutic Techniques

• Therapeutic exercise including aerobic conditioning, balance coordination, agility training, body mechanics and postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training
• Functional training
• Manual therapy
• Airway clearance techniques
• Integumentary repair and protection
• Use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent, and mechanical modalities
• Health and wellness
• Education on chronic disease management
• Falls assessment and interventions to reduce fall risk
• Case management in the home and community

Specific Educational / Vocational Requirements

• Must have a valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility
• Must have a Master's degree in Physical Therapy
• Or have a Master's degree in a Physical Therapy related field in addition to a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy
• Or have a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy plus 5 years of progressively responsible PT experience
• If the qualifying Physical Therapy degree was earned outside the U.S., it must be evaluated to be the U.S. equivalent to a degree in Physical Therapy
• Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence

Job Skills

• Good organizational and time management skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Compliance

• Complies with applicable legal requirements, standards, policies and procedures including but not limited to those within the Compliance and Ethics Program, Standard/Code of Conduct, Federal False Claims Act and HIPAA
• Participates in required orientation and training programs
• Promptly reports concerns and suspected incidences of non‑compliance to supervisor, Compliance Liaison or to the Compliance Officer via the Integrity Hotline
• Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations

About TalentBurst, Inc

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top‑notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive. Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.