Physical Therapist (Travel/Contract) - PTNM


Healthcare - NM - Rio Rancho, NM
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Locations: Rio Rancho, Carlsbad, Chaparral, Gallup
Posted On: December 12, 2025
Last Day to Apply: December 26, 2025
Pay: From $55.00 per hour

Physical Therapist (Travel/Contract) 

Coverage Area: Throughout New Mexico 

Role Overview 

This position offers the opportunity to work as a Travel Physical Therapist across diverse clinical settings within the state. The PT will evaluate patients with physical limitations, implement evidence-based treatment programs, and support rehabilitation goals across outpatient, inpatient, SNF, school, or home health environments. 

Primary Responsibilities 

  • Conduct initial evaluations and functional assessments 
  • Develop comprehensive care plans targeting mobility, pain reduction, and physical recovery 
  • Administer therapies such as strengthening, gait training, balance work, and manual interventions 
  • Document patient encounters according to state and facility standards 
  • Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration for coordinated care 
  • Provide education on home exercises, mobility safety, and long-term wellness 
  • Maintain quality outcomes while rotating between various locations 
  • Drive or travel to assignments anywhere in New Mexico 

Required Credentials 

  • Active NM PT License (or eligibility at time of hire) 
  • DPT/MSPT degree 
  • One year of recent practice in any of the following: outpatient, acute care, SNF, home health, inpatient rehab 
  • AHA BLS certification 
  • Ability to quickly adjust to new workflows and documentation systems 

Preferred 

  • Cross-setting clinical experience 
  • Excellent time management and patient communication 
  • Prior travel assignment experience 
  • Bilingual (Spanish) is a strong advantage 

For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

 

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