Physical Therapist - PRN - Outpatient & Acute Care

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PRN) – OUTPATIENT & ACUTE/INPATIENT

Rehabilitation – Roswell, New Mexico

Our Vision

To make the healthcare experience exceptional for our patients, our communities, and each other.

At Eastern New Mexico Medical Center, our Vision guides every patient interaction—every evaluation, every treatment plan, and every milestone in recovery. As a Physical Therapist, you play a vital role in helping patients regain mobility, restore function, and improve their quality of life across both outpatient and acute/inpatient rehabilitation settings.

Why You’LL Love This Role

Flexible PRN Scheduling – Pick up weekday or weekend shifts based on your availability.

Competitive Compensation – PRN pay designed to reward your clinical expertise.

Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching.

Diverse Clinical Experience – Treat patients across outpatient and acute/inpatient rehabilitation settings.

Collaborative Culture – Work alongside a supportive rehab team that values PRN clinicians as part of the core staff.

Meaningful Impact – Help patients achieve recovery goals, independence, and improved function.

Compensation

Schedule: PRN / As Needed

Schedule, Shifts & Incentives

  • PRN Position
  • Weekday and Weekend Opportunities
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Outpatient and Acute/Inpatient Coverage
  • 401(k) with Employer Matching
  • Competitive Pay Package

What We’RE Looking for – Physical Therapist (PRN)

If the following describes you, you're a great fit:

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician.

This role establishes individualized physical therapy goals, provides treatments, and regularly reassesses patient progress, documenting all findings accurately.

Essential Functions

  • Conducts thorough physical therapy evaluations to assess patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans.
  • Administers safe and effective therapy treatments, ensuring all interventions are appropriately documented.
  • Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient progress and changing needs.
  • Provides clear, concise, and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information.
  • Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and post-treatment care to support long-term recovery.
  • Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Collaborates with referring physicians, peers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
  • Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics, tailoring care to individual needs.
  • Maintains compliance with facility policies, including safety, infection control, and risk management procedures.
  • Adapts to changes professionally and effectively, following the chain of command to address and resolve issues impacting patient care.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) required
  • 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, therapeutic techniques, and safety standards.
  • Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations and develop effective treatment plans.
  • Proficiency in using therapy equipment and technology for documentation and billing.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
  • Commitment to professional development and adherence to ethical and legal standards.

Licenses & Certifications

  • PT - Physical Therapist license in the state of employment required
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required

What SETS Us Apart

Eastern New Mexico Medical Center is a 162-bed community-focused healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional inpatient and outpatient care.

Our culture emphasizes professional growth, collaboration, and compassionate service while creating opportunities for clinicians to make a meaningful impact every day.

About Roswell, New Mexico

Roswell offers an affordable cost of living, short commutes, abundant outdoor recreation, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Whether you're local or commuting from nearby communities, you'll enjoy a balanced lifestyle and a supportive healthcare environment.

Our Values in Action

We Put Patients First

We provide compassionate, high-quality care focused on optimal outcomes.

We Work as a Team

We collaborate to support patients, families, and one another.

We Own It

We take accountability for the care and service we provide.

We Always Do the Right Thing

We act with integrity, professionalism, and respect.

We Never Settle

We continuously pursue excellence and improvement.

We Lead the Way

We embrace innovation to improve the healthcare experience.

Be Part of Our Team

Joining the Rehabilitation team at Eastern New Mexico Medical Center means more than taking a PRN role—it means becoming part of a supportive organization committed to helping patients restore function, regain independence, and achieve their recovery goals.

INDRESPTHER

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures to help patients regain mobility and restore function. They are responsible for documenting patient progress, educating families on care plans, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

BLS

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningClinical documentationPatient educationEquipment operationInterdisciplinary collaborationSafety compliance

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 42% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in New Mexico?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPhysical Therapy median $99k (middle half $82k–$130k)21 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingNew Mexico index 92.2US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in New Mexico117 active22,213 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 42% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew Mexico Physical Therapist listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 22% offer loan repayment123 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution

35 jobs · 25 employers
10
<$105k
14
$105k-125k
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$125k-145k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

38 jobs · 25 employers
401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
47%
Sign-on bonus
37%
Loan repayment
18%
Relocation assistance
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,954 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
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About Community Health Systems Professional Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Franklin, TN
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with employer matching
Flexible PRN scheduling
Competitive pay package

Living in Roswell

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$214k
Typical market rent
$1,263/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 5.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.