American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Physical Therapist
- Discipline : Therapy
- Start Date : 11 / 17 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift : 8 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital position focused on complex wound care, requiring BLS and NM licensure.
Responsibilities
Work in a Level I Trauma, teaching, and children's acute care hospitalServe both inpatient and outpatient wound care needs, including complex trauma and surgical patientsPartner closely with surgical teams for management of traumatic, surgical, and chronic woundsTypical shifts are 5x8 or 4x10 day shifts with no weekend or on-call requirementsResponsibilities include debridement, advanced dressing selection, wound vac use, and complex wound managementCerner is used for charting and documentation; prior Cerner experience is not requiredNo floating within facility or to sister hospitals requiredLocal candidates within 75 miles are not eligibleResponsibilities include evaluation, care planning, discharge planning, assessment, reassessment, and pain management for complex woundsUtilize assistive devices, perform range of motion assessments, and address sensory and skin integrity needsCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including trauma, plastics, vascular, and orthopedicsCeil blue scrubs are requiredFirst-time travelers are welcome to applyRequests for more than 7 days of time off require prior approval and holiday bundles are limitedNo locals within a 75-mile radius of the facility will be consideredAnnual and onboarding training modules are requiredNo preceptor pay for orientation shiftsFree parking is available on siteRequirements
Current NM Physical Therapy license required; pending license accepted at submissionCurrent BLS certification required; RQI certifications not acceptedMinimum 1-2 years of recent PT experience preferredExperience in wound care, including selective debridement and advanced dressing selectionDocumented full 7-year work history with explanation of any gapsTwo professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years requiredCOVID vaccination required, with accepted medical or religious exemptions upon documentationDriver’s license or alternative transportation plan requiredLicense required if applicableBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-613123. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
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.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.