Physical Therapist Assistant — Day Shift, Sign-On & Relocation

UNM HOSPITALS; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

UNM Hospitals in Rio Rancho, NM, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Rehabilitation Services team at SRMC. The role involves assisting the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations and complex procedures, and delivering prescribed corrective exercise plans to a diverse patient population including neonates and geriatrics.

The position emphasizes patient safety, records management, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Related discipline is acceptable.
• No minimum experience required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols.
• Develop and maintain administrative records, reports, and statistics as required.
• Assist the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and procedures.
• Carry out a program of corrective exercise and treatment as determined by the Physical Therapist.
• Instruct patients on segments of the program and proper use of equipment.
• Obtain and return required equipment and maintain supplies.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate Degree - Physical Therapist Assistant

Related Discipline

Job description

UNM Hospitals in Rio Rancho, NM, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Rehabilitation Services team at SRMC. The role involves assisting the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations and complex procedures, and delivering prescribed corrective exercise plans to a diverse patient population including neonates and geriatrics.

The position emphasizes patient safety, records management, and ongoing professional development.