Travel Physical Therapist Job
Albuquerque, NM
Contracted
Powerback - Contract - Albuquerque Heights -R05A49
Mid Level
Embark on a transformative travel opportunity as a Physical Therapist in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where your expertise will empower patients to reclaim movement, reduce pain, and gain independence. In this dedicated travel assignment, you will apply evidence-based practice across diverse clinical settings, collaborating with physicians, therapists, and care teams to optimize functional outcomes. The role begins on 12/15/2025 and runs for a multi-week term, with guaranteed hours and a clear pathway for professional advancement. This is your moment to make a lasting impact on individuals’ lives while expanding your clinical repertoire in a city celebrated for sunlit days, vibrant culture, and a strong sense of community. And beyond the clinic, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the beautiful places of New Mexico—the contrast of red-rock deserts and snowy peaks, the glow of old adobe towns, the allure of the Sandia Mountains, world-class stargazing, and outdoor adventures that refresh your perspective and fuel your dedication to patient care.
Location benefits go beyond the clinic floor. Albuquerque offers a welcoming, affordable environment with mild winters, a thriving arts scene, and renowned Southwestern cuisine. You’ll experience rich cultural experiences, access to outdoor recreation, and a growing healthcare ecosystem that values innovation and collaboration. For those who enjoy broader horizons, this program also opens doors to assignments across the United States, delivering the advantages of a supported travel model: varied clinical environments, exposure to different patient populations, and opportunities to expand your professional network while maintaining consistent, reliable compensation and schedule predictability.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Core responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive PT evaluations to determine impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions; design and implement individualized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based interventions; apply manual therapy, neuro-musculoskeletal techniques, therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and assistive device recommendations; monitor progress, adjust goals, and document changes in electronic medical records; provide patient and family education to promote self-management and injury prevention; coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and other therapists; participate in discharge planning and community reintegration planning to maximize functional independence; ensure safety and infection control standards are upheld in all settings.
- Professional growth: Opportunities for specialty growth within physical therapy—advanced gait analysis, neuromuscular retraining, pain neuroscience education, and potential leadership tracks. Benefit from multidisciplinary collaboration, mentorship from experienced clinicians, and access to continuing education resources that enhance your clinical expertise and keep you at the forefront of rehabilitation science.
- Benefits and support: Competitive weekly pay ranging from $2,269 to $2,336, with guaranteed hours of 36.0 per week. A sign-on bonus and housing assistance are available to support a smooth transition. Extension opportunities provide a pathway to longer-term assignments if you choose to continue your journey with the company. The program emphasizes comprehensive support, including 24/7 assistance from a dedicated support team to help you navigate any challenge while traveling, from clinical questions to housing and logistics.
- Work environment: You’ll join a program that prioritizes collaboration, respect, and patient-centered care. The settings vary, enabling exposure to acute care, inpatient rehab, or outpatient clinics, depending on the assignment, while maintaining a consistent commitment to high-quality outcomes and patient advocacy.
Company values: Our organization is dedicated to empowering staff, offering clear pathways for career advancement and a supportive, inclusive work environment. We invest in your development through structured onboarding, ongoing clinical education, peer mentorship, and accessible leadership that listens to your needs. We believe in recognizing expertise, fostering autonomy within a team-based culture, and providing resources that enable clinicians to thrive both professionally and personally. Your contributions are valued, and your growth is integral to the collective success of the programs and communities we serve.
Call to action: If you’re passionate about making a tangible difference in patients’ lives, ready to grow your expertise across diverse settings, and eager to explore the Land of Enchantment while contributing to outstanding care, apply now. This is more than a contract—it’s a chance to join a company that prioritizes your development, supports your ambitions, and stands beside you every step of the way as you shape the future of physical therapy.
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.
Location benefits go beyond the clinic floor. Albuquerque offers a welcoming, affordable environment with mild winters, a thriving arts scene, and renowned Southwestern cuisine. You’ll experience rich cultural experiences, access to outdoor recreation, and a growing healthcare ecosystem that values innovation and collaboration. For those who enjoy broader horizons, this program also opens doors to assignments across the United States, delivering the advantages of a supported travel model: varied clinical environments, exposure to different patient populations, and opportunities to expand your professional network while maintaining consistent, reliable compensation and schedule predictability.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Core responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive PT evaluations to determine impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions; design and implement individualized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based interventions; apply manual therapy, neuro-musculoskeletal techniques, therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and assistive device recommendations; monitor progress, adjust goals, and document changes in electronic medical records; provide patient and family education to promote self-management and injury prevention; coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and other therapists; participate in discharge planning and community reintegration planning to maximize functional independence; ensure safety and infection control standards are upheld in all settings.
- Professional growth: Opportunities for specialty growth within physical therapy—advanced gait analysis, neuromuscular retraining, pain neuroscience education, and potential leadership tracks. Benefit from multidisciplinary collaboration, mentorship from experienced clinicians, and access to continuing education resources that enhance your clinical expertise and keep you at the forefront of rehabilitation science.
- Benefits and support: Competitive weekly pay ranging from $2,269 to $2,336, with guaranteed hours of 36.0 per week. A sign-on bonus and housing assistance are available to support a smooth transition. Extension opportunities provide a pathway to longer-term assignments if you choose to continue your journey with the company. The program emphasizes comprehensive support, including 24/7 assistance from a dedicated support team to help you navigate any challenge while traveling, from clinical questions to housing and logistics.
- Work environment: You’ll join a program that prioritizes collaboration, respect, and patient-centered care. The settings vary, enabling exposure to acute care, inpatient rehab, or outpatient clinics, depending on the assignment, while maintaining a consistent commitment to high-quality outcomes and patient advocacy.
Company values: Our organization is dedicated to empowering staff, offering clear pathways for career advancement and a supportive, inclusive work environment. We invest in your development through structured onboarding, ongoing clinical education, peer mentorship, and accessible leadership that listens to your needs. We believe in recognizing expertise, fostering autonomy within a team-based culture, and providing resources that enable clinicians to thrive both professionally and personally. Your contributions are valued, and your growth is integral to the collective success of the programs and communities we serve.
Call to action: If you’re passionate about making a tangible difference in patients’ lives, ready to grow your expertise across diverse settings, and eager to explore the Land of Enchantment while contributing to outstanding care, apply now. This is more than a contract—it’s a chance to join a company that prioritizes your development, supports your ambitions, and stands beside you every step of the way as you shape the future of physical therapy.
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.
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TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
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