Travel Physical Therapist (PT) — 14-Week Contract in Albuquerque, NM

Ref #: C-PT-9032731

We’re looking for a skilled Physical Therapist to join our team in Albuquerque, NM on a 14-week contract starting ASAP. This role follows a consistent daily schedule (Sun–Sat, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM) and offers competitive pay: Travel: $2,244/35-hours; Local: $2,212/35-hours.

What you’ll need

• A valid, active Physical Therapy state license
• Current CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross (including AED)

What you’ll do
You’ll provide hands-on, patient-centered care across the continuum of recovery. Typical responsibilities include:

• Performing thorough physical assessments and reviewing medical histories to understand each patient’s needs
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other team members to coordinate care
• Creating individualized treatment plans with clear rehabilitation goals
• Designing and implementing exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination
• Using manual techniques (joint mobilization, soft tissue work, stretching) to improve mobility and reduce pain
• Applying modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat, and cold to support pain relief and tissue healing
• Teaching safe and effective use of assistive devices (crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs)
• Educating patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, body mechanics, ergonomics, and injury prevention
• Developing and applying pain management strategies using therapeutic exercise, modalities, and manual therapy
• Supporting patients in regaining independence after surgery, injury, or illness to improve their quality of life
• Monitoring and documenting patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed
• Providing personalized home exercise programs to support continued recovery
• Maintaining accurate and timely patient records, including assessments, treatments, progress notes, and changes in condition
• Upholding ethical and legal standards of care, including patient confidentiality and informed consent
• Demonstrating cultural sensitivity and responsiveness to serve a diverse patient population
• Performing other duties as assigned by management

If you’re a compassionate, detail-oriented clinician who enjoys working collaboratively and helping patients regain function, this could be a great fit. Ref #: C-PT-9032731