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Physical Therapist Inpatient

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UNM Hospitals

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United States , Albuquerque

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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Salary:

40.04 - 62.00 USD / Hour

Job Description:

Dynamic inpatient, acute care opportunity at New Mexico’s only Level 1 trauma center and the state’s premier teaching hospital. This is a rotating position within the hospital for all adult progressive care units. As a member of the UNMH physical therapy team, you will be part of a rehab department encompassing both O.T. and P.T. You will have the opportunity to work in a variety of adult acute care units. You will work with a group of highly skilled therapists and medical teams. Educational opportunities abound. Many of our therapists also teach in the UNM Physical Therapy and/or Occupational Therapy educational programs. Experience preferred however, new grads are welcome and, if selected, will be supported with a strong mentorship program.

Job Responsibility:

  • Organize and deliver medically-prescribed physical therapy to restore function and prevent disability
  • Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures
  • Patient care assignment may include Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric age groups
  • Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
  • Consult with medical staff on patient care
  • Conduct training for medical, nursing and ancillary personnel in therapy techniques and objectives
  • Provide clinical direction through mentoring, planning and implementing staff in-service training
  • Order supplies and equipment
  • Evaluate patient to determine treatment goals
  • Outline delivery of therapy according to assessed needs
  • Plan therapy program involving physical means to include exercise, massage, heat, sound, water, light, and electricity
  • Apply methodology for evaluation of functional ability
  • Educate patient in use of specialized equipment, posture control, and therapeutic procedures
  • Instruct caregivers on prescribed physical therapy regimen
  • Instruct patients and caregivers on home and personal safety in various environments
  • Adapt therapy techniques to meet patient needs
  • Supervise and instruct Physical Therapy students and volunteers as delegated
  • Delegate patient treatment responsibilities to ancillary staff as appropriate
  • Document all patient care activities
  • Process patient billing
  • Assess home environment for modifications
  • Make recommendations on modifications needed to maximize daily living activities
  • Complete insurance documentation as required
  • Establish and maintain good rapport and effective working relationships with patients, visitors, physicians and Hospitals employees

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Related Discipline
  • NM Physical Therapist License or Temporary License
  • CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers within 30 days
  • 1 year directly related experience (nonessential)
  • Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo (nonessential)

Nice to have:

  • Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo
  • 1 year directly related experience
What we offer:
  • Sign-On Bonus Available
  • Relocation Assistance Available
  • Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials
  • Strong mentorship program for new grads
  • Educational opportunities
  • Opportunity to teach in the UNM Physical Therapy and/or Occupational Therapy educational programs

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 26, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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