Physical Therapist

Ernest Health • Las Cruces, NM

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities in patients with injuries or disease. The role examines patients’ medical histories, evaluates physical abilities, assesses potential responses to therapy, and develops treatment plans. The therapist works with an interdisciplinary care team to support patient outcomes and integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice. The position is listed as full-time in Las Cruces, New Mexico, with part-time and per-diem options also available.

Requirements

• Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current and valid state Physical Therapist licensure.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification from an approved vendor.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Competency in providing care according to established standards.
• Ability to apply age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.
• Passion for patient care and ability to collaborate as a team member.

Nice To Haves

• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.
• Examine patients’ medical histories and evaluate their physical abilities.
• Determine patients’ potential to respond to therapy and develop treatment plans.
• Integrate the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Benefits

• PPO and High Deductible medical plan options.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Competitive compensation.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness program with quarterly challenges and participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off accruing from the start date.
• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program.
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program.
• Student Loan Contribution Payment Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time