Travel Physical Therapist General Job

Healthforce•Albuquerque, NM

2d•$2,369 - $2,492•Remote

About The Position

This is a travel assignment for a Physical Therapist (General) in Albuquerque, NM, starting on 08/31/2026 for 13 weeks. The role is in a home health care setting, with patients seen within a 45-mile radius of Albuquerque. The position guarantees 30 hours per week, with shifts from Monday to Friday.

Requirements

Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice (New Mexico) or equivalent as required.
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum approved by the CAPTE, APTA, or similar accrediting body.
Two years of clinical experience preferred; home health experience is a plus but not required.
CPR certification active; ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and work independently in varied patient care settings.
Basic computer proficiency; willingness to learn EMR systems and OASIS documentation.
Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation for home visits; maintain compliance with state regulations and agency policies.

Nice To Haves

Home health experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services within the legal scope of practice for the state, maintaining licensure and required certifications; perform initial evaluations, progress notes, 30-day reassessments, and 60-day recertifications in line with Medicare, state, and CareM standards.
Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care aligned with physician orders and patient needs; deliver skilled interventions and maintenance therapy programs as permitted by state scope.
Directly supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and Home Health Aides in compliance with state practice acts; consult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding treatment adjustments and patient progress.
Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, mobility, and adaptive strategies to promote independence and safety; prepare and submit OASIS assessments, recertifications, transfers, resumptions of care, and discharges within agency timeframes.
Apply ICD-10 coding accurately for compliant documentation; present in-service programs and contribute to ongoing staff education; actively engage in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.
Document interventions and care coordination timely; participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case reviews, and continuing education; adhere to HIPAA and agency privacy standards; work independently with initiative in home settings and demonstrate professional communication with patients, families, and team members.