Travel Physical Therapist

American Traveler, LLC.; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is seeking a Physical Therapist with 2+ years of specialty experience for a 13-week travel assignment in New Mexico. The role involves both inpatient and outpatient settings across long-term care, community-based care, and home health.

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts with flexible start times and the possibility to float between departments within a 20-mile radius. Pediatric duties may be included, evaluating patients birth to 18 years, with cross-over to

Qualifications

• NM PT license required if applicable.
• BLS certification through AHA, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross.
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required; Doctorate preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of current experience in specialty required.
• Inpatient and outpatient experience required.
• At least 1 year of Peds PT experience required if working in Peds.
• At least one prior 13-week travel assignment required.
• Must be a team player, flexible, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and outpatient physical therapy across long term care, community-based care, and home health.
• Monday-Friday schedule with 8-hour day shifts, flexible start times.
• Floating between departments and/or local facilities within 20 miles is required.
• Peds PT role includes evaluating and treating patients from birth to 18 years, floating to adult units as census requires.
• EPIC EMR experience preferred; on-site training available.
• Evaluates and treats patients using a variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical and developmental disorders.
• Coordinates care across disciplines and supports discharge planning from initial evaluation through episode of care.
• Serves as a patient advocate, promoting patient and caregiver independence.
• Pediatric role includes interviewing children and family members and using physical exams to diagnose movement disorders.
• Does not accept local candidates within a 50-mile radius.
• Previous perm staff must wait one year before being reconsidered as a traveler.
• Open to first-time travelers with at least one prior 13-week travel assignment.

Skills

2+ years experience

Inpatient & outpatient

Team player

Travel experience

BLS certification

NM license (if applicable)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy (preferred)

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with 2+ years of specialty experience and both inpatient and outpatient background for a 13-week travel assignment.

Requirements

• NM PT License required if applicable
• BLS certification through AHA, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required; Doctorate preferred
• Minimum 2 years of current experience in specialty required
• Inpatient and outpatient experience required
• At least 1 year of Peds PT experience required if working in Peds
• At least one prior 13-week travel assignment required
• Must be a team player, flexible, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and outpatient physical therapy setting, including long term care, community based care, and home health care
• Monday-Friday schedule with 8-hour day shifts, flexible start times
• Floating between departments and/or local facilities within 20 miles is required
• Peds PT role includes evaluating and treating patients from birth to 18 years, floating to adult units as census requires
• EPIC EMR experience preferred; on-site training available
• Evaluates and treats patients using a variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical and developmental disorders
• Coordinates care across disciplines and supports discharge planning from initial evaluation through episode of care
• Serves as a patient advocate, promoting patient and caregiver independence
• Pediatric role includes interviewing children and family members and using physical exams to diagnose movement disorders
• Does not accept local candidates within a 50-mile radius
• Previous perm staff must wait one year before being reconsidered as a traveler
• Open to first-time travelers with at least one prior 13-week travel assignment

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-763296

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