Physical Therapist

0090 Presbyterian System Services; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 54,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Scholarships

Staff safety badge

Shift differentials

Malpractice insurance

Loan forgiveness

EPIC EMR

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Española, NM seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist to join our multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. You will evaluate and treat patients across inpatient rehab and outpatient clinics, spanning pediatric to geriatric populations, using evidence-based care plans and EPIC EMR.

The role offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance; a Northern New Mexico differential of $4 per hour; opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Active New Mexico Physical Therapy License
• Bachelor or Doctorate in Physical Therapy
• No experience required; BLS required at time of hire

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients across inpatient rehab and outpatient settings.
• Develop evidence-based care plans addressing physical recovery and psychosocial well-being.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and drive discharge planning goals.
• Provide caregiver training to optimize long-term independence

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Physical Therapy Licensure (Bachelor or Doctorate)

Job description

Location Address: 1010 Spruce Street Espanola, NM 87532-2724

Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $39.15 Maximum Offer $66.64

Summary: Evaluates patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical and developmental disorders

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 1.00 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities: Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking a passionate, community-minded Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) for our multidisciplinary rehabilitation team in Española, NM. In this role, you will evaluate and treat diverse pediatric to geriatric patient populations across versatile inpatient rehab and outpatient clinic settings. Optimized for healthcare job seekers researching physical therapy careers in Northern New Mexico, this role requires high-level data interpretation and clinical expertise to design comprehensive evidence-based care plans addressing both physical recovery and psychosocial well-being. As a dedicated clinical patient advocate, you will collaborate on interdisciplinary healthcare coordination with medical teams, drive progressive discharge planning goals, utilize modern EPIC EMR software, and provide caregiver training to optimize long‑term patient independence. Candidates looking to join New Mexico's premier healthcare system must hold an active New Mexico Physical Therapy License, possess basic computer skills, and be ready to champion patient self-determination in the beautiful Española valley. Sign‑on bonus & relocation available for qualified candidates. This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.)

Qualifications: Physical Therapy Licensure Bachelor or Doctorate No Experience Required BLS Required at Time of Hire

We're all about well‑being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on‑site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. Learn more about our employee benefits.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not‑for‑profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi‑specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED.

PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Here, we’re committed to a different way to make a difference. Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, nurses, employees, board members, and volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than one in three New Mexicans. We are part of New Mexico's history and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come.