Travel Physical Therapist - $2,987 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health insurance

Housing stipend

401(k) match

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Ruidoso, NM. Work 40 hours per week, 8-hour days, with diverse inpatient/outpatient cases and pediatric rotations. On-site housing stipends and benefits apply. Must have active NM license and 2+ years of specialty PT experience.

Position requires collaboration across departments, flexible start times, and EPIC EMR proficiency. Open to experienced travelers with prior 13-week assignments.

Qualifications

• NM PT license required if applicable.
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required; Doctorate preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of current specialty experience.
• Inpatient and outpatient experience required.
• At least 1 year of pediatric PT experience if working with kids.
• At least one prior 13-week travel assignment required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients using a variety of therapeutic interventions.
• Coordinate care across disciplines and support discharge planning.
• Serve as a patient advocate and promote independence.
• Evaluate pediatric patients and adapt assessments for ages birth to 18.

Skills

PT clinical experience

Inpatient and outpatient

Peds PT

Team player

EPIC EMR

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate preferred

NM PT License

BLS certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Ruidoso, New Mexico.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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.

Details

• 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

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

Additional Information

• 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

American Traveler Job ID #P-763296. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

• premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
• generous 401(k) match
• substantial housing stipends
• and more
• 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.