Physical Therapist Assistant

Ernest Health, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO & HDHP medical plans

HSA/FSAs

Dental & Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program & wellness challenges

Earned Time Off

Job summary

Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern New Mexico in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join a patient‑centered care team. The role offers Full Time with Part Time and Per Diem options, with opportunities to participate in student loan programs and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we provide robust wellness and retention programs, competitive benefits, and a focus on service excellence in a community of caregivers dedicated to

Qualifications

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• BLS/CPR certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a physical therapist, implement treatment plans and perform components of physical therapy procedures.
• Record patient responses and outcomes to treatment for therapist review.
• Contribute to the hospital’s mission and guiding principles in daily practice.

Skills

Licensure

CPR/BLS

Clinical experience

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time - Las Cruces, New Mexico

Part Time and Per Diem options available.

Student Loan Contribution Payment Program available!

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

At Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern New Mexico, we are more than a hospital - we are a community of caregivers driven by purpose, compassion, and a shared mission to help patients regain independence after life-changing illness or injury.

Located in Las Cruces, NM, our hospital offers state-of-the-art therapy, personalized care plans, and an interdisciplinary team approach that delivers exceptional outcomes. Whether you’re a clinician, therapist, or healthcare leader, you’ll find a rewarding career here where your work truly makes a difference.

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits: Full Time / Part Time

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options


• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available


• Dental and Vision coverage


• 401K with employer matching


• Life insurance


• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance: Full Time / Part Time

• Employee Assistance Program


• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives


• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.


• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.


• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.


• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.


• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards


• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients


• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.


• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.


• Effective organizational and time management skills.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.


• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.


• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients. Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Records the patient's responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment. Integrates the hospital’s mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.