Physical Therapist Assistant PTA
Listed compensation
$35-$36/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Contract
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
- Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Employment Type: Contract
- Location: 101 Hospital Loop NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a contractual position to assist in implementing treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, helping patients recover mobility, strength, and function.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist
- Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, and mobility activities
- Monitor and document patient progress, reporting changes to the supervising PT
- Educate patients and families on home exercise programs
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient records
Requirements
- Active PTA license in the state of New Mexico
- Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current BLS certification
- Prior clinical experience preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$74k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $80k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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