Job Description

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: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist experienced in wound care for an inpatient and outpatient rehab position requiring NM licensure and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Work across inpatient acute care and outpatient rehab settings with a focus on complex wound care
• Partner with surgical teams including trauma, plastics, emergency general surgery, vascular, and orthopedics
• Handle complex traumatic, surgical, and chronic wounds such as venous or arterial ulcers
• Shift options include 5x8s or 4x10s, days only, with no weekends or on-call required
• Patient cases require advanced wound management procedures, including debridement and negative pressure wound therapy
• Utilizes Cerner EMR; prior experience preferred but not required
• No floating to other units or sister facilities required
• Local candidates must live more than 75 miles from the facility
• Main responsibilities include evaluation, advanced wound care, goal setting, discharge planning, and documentation
• Work closely with surgical specialists to optimize complex wound outcomes
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Ceil blue scrubs required
• Level I trauma, teaching, and children's hospital environment
• Block schedules are not guaranteed
• RTO greater than 7 days must be approved; no RTO allowed during the first or last 7 days of contract or on major holidays unless approved
• Travelers who were previously permanent staff must have a 12-month break to be eligible
• Drug screening required within 30 days of start
• Annual and initial orientation includes modules completed through learning central

Requirements

• Current NM Physical Therapy license required or eligibility to obtain (license may pend at time of consideration)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1-2 years of PT experience preferred
• Experience with complex wound care management, including debridement and NPWT
• Proficiency in pain assessment, assistive devices, and managing skin integrity
• COVID vaccination required; religious and medical exemptions considered with completed exemption form signed by a provider
• Personal transportation required; valid driver's license or written transportation plan needed

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-613122. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Inpatient

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.

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