Pays $37.29-$56.92/hr — Physical Therapist market median is ~$100k (397 jobs) · Above average in Physical Therapy for work-life (6.4/10, vs 19,850 in this specialty)
Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Rio Rancho
About the Role
Outpatient Physical Therapist in Rio Rancho, NM. Monday-Friday schedule. Sign-on and relocation bonuses available.
Join Presbyterian Healthcare Services as a Physical Therapist – Outpatient, Monday-Friday in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $37.29 - $56.92/hour.
- Malpractice insurance covered.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- Sign-on Bonus
- Relocation Bonus
- Educational and Career Development
- Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Staff Safety Badge
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- On-site position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist evaluates patients to develop and implement treatment programs aimed at improving physical dysfunction and independence in daily activities. They collaborate with a team of therapists and assistants to provide patient-focused care and education.
Requirements
A Bachelor's degree and a New Mexico License of Physical Therapy are required, along with BLS certification at the time of hire. A Doctor of Physical Therapy is preferred, and new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapy — Physical Therapist Career Context
In New Mexico, Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$75k across 80 listings, vs ~$91k nationally (19,259 listings).
New Mexico's cost-of-living index is 94.2 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$98k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state — New Mexico ranks #10 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Rio Rancho at Presbyterian Healthcare Services a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 19,850 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.4/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
Benefits analysis: Compared to 397 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...
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