Embark on a transformative journey as a Travel Physical Therapist, blending your clinical expertise with the art of patient-centered care to make lasting impacts across diverse settings. In this multi-week opportunity beginning November 24, 2025, you will bring evidence-based physical therapy to individuals reclaiming mobility, independence, and confidence. You will diagnose, treat, and re-educate patients across rehab, outpatient, and intermediate care environments, collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and therapy assistants to tailor plans that restore function and improve quality of life. Each day presents a new chance to apply your specialty, refine your skills, and witness the tangible progress of patients returning to activities they love. This role offers a dynamic platform not only to impact lives but to stretch your professional reach within the field of physical therapy, advancing your mastery of therapeutic techniques, gait training, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, and functional outcome measurement. For a dedicated professional, this assignment provides the multiday rhythm of travel with the stability of a guaranteed weekly schedule and the security of robust support systems.

Nestled in the heart of New Mexico, Silver City is a gateway to stunning landscapes, vibrant history, and a welcoming community. Work in Silver City and savor the appeal of a town that blends small-town charm with access to breathtaking outdoor spaces. The region offers close proximity to the Gila National Forest, scenic trails, and unique cultural experiences, inviting you to unwind in the outdoors after your shift. Beyond Silver City, there is the potential to engage in assignments at sites across New Mexico and throughout the United States, opening doors to new clinical environments, patient populations, and professional connections. You’ll enjoy the advantages of a stable work base with the option to broaden your professional footprint, building a network that spans clinics, hospitals, and specialty centers. The location’s warm communities and scenic vistas support a balanced lifestyle, making it easier to recharge and bring renewed energy to your practice.

In this role, your primary responsibilities will include comprehensive patient assessment, development of individualized treatment plans, and the implementation of therapeutic interventions designed to restore mobility, strength, and functional independence. You will conduct gait analyses, design progressive treatment protocols, facilitate therapeutic exercises, and educate patients and families on home programs. You’ll monitor progress, document outcomes, and adjust plans in collaboration with the care team to optimize recovery. The position emphasizes professional growth within physical therapy, encouraging specialization in areas such as orthopedics, neuromuscular rehabilitation, pediatrics, or geriatrics as you gain experience across diverse clinical settings. Competitive benefits accompany the role, including a sign-on bonus, housing assistance, and opportunities for contract extensions that align with your career goals. You’ll also have access to a broad range of resources to support your practice, from state-of-the-art evaluation tools to continuing education allowances that help you stay at the forefront of evidence-based care. In addition, the company provides 24/7 support while you travel, ensuring you have reliable assistance whenever you need it—whether you’re navigating a new facility, coordinating care with local teams, or addressing unexpected shifts in patient needs.

Our company values a culture that empowers staff, prioritizes mentorship, and champions ongoing career advancement. You will be part of a supportive environment where your professional development is a shared priority, and where experienced clinicians collaborate to problem-solve, share best practices, and celebrate patient milestones. The organization is committed to helping you expand your reach within the physical therapy specialty, offering structured pathways to greater responsibilities, specialty certifications, and leadership opportunities. A focus on work-life harmony, respectful teamwork, and transparent communication creates a workplace where you can thrive while delivering high-quality patient care across diverse communities. The company recognizes the essential role you play in restoring function and independence, and it invests in your growth with resources, coaching, and a genuine investment in your long-term success as a clinician.

If you’re ready to elevate your career and explore new horizons while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives, this is your moment. Apply now to join a company that values your expertise, supports your ambitions, and stands beside you as you navigate exciting assignments across NM and beyond. Start your journey with a dependable, patient-centered travel team and experience the professional renewal that comes from serving diverse communities, mastering new settings, and advancing your specialty in physical therapy. Ready to shape recovery, empower independence, and grow within a planning-forward organization? Your next chapter begins here on 11/24/2025 in Silver City, New Mexico.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Weekly pay: $2,150-$2,323
Guaranteed Hours: 35.0

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Why Join TLC Nursing?
Competitive Compensation: Earn the best weekly rates on your assignment. We will beat any offer for the same open position.
Diverse Work Settings: You will experience diverse environments such as acute care, long-term care, schools, clinics, summer camps, and prisons.
Guaranteed Hours: Secure a consistent 36 or 40-hour workweek with opportunities for overtime.

Benefits:
Your Wellbeing Matters: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
25K Life Insurance on day one!
401k with matching contribution.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Immediate availability of Aflac for your purchase.
Stay Comfortable: Opt for our fully furnished housing, including utilities, or choose a housing stipend.
Unlimited referral bonus!
Access to unlimited continuing education units online.

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