Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy - Prn
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Los Alamos
Posted on: March 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: Assesses and treats neuromusculoskeletal &
cardiorespiratory systems by physical or mechanical means to
maintain or restore function that has been impaired by injury or
disease, for pain management and for promotion of mobility and
health as prescribed by the referring physician. Is responsible for
developing, implementing and monitoring the plan of care for the
person served. Performs and directs administration of all physical
therapy modalities & collaborates throughout the process with the
patient and their family and the interdisciplinary team.
Responsibilities: Verifies physician orders prior to evaluation.
Evaluates each patient before administering treatments,
incorporating psychological and physical issues. Evaluations must
include thorough reading of patient's chart & history; may include
objective measurements relative to the patient’s diagnosis and
condition. Completes the evaluation & establishes goals and plan of
care in collaboration with the patient, his/her family and other
healthcare workers as appropriate. Administers and directs
administration of all Physical Therapy treatment & modalities. Has
knowledge of indications and contraindications. Calls the physician
if treatment ordered is not indicated. Acquisitions appropriate
equipment, checks equipment being used for safety, and communicates
the evaluation, treatment procedures and the use of the specific
equipment to patient and family. Applies or supervises appropriate
treatments or modalities such as therapeutic exercises, hot moist
packs, cryotherapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, continuous
passive motion, paraffin, soft tissue mobilization, gait training,
balance training and functional mobility training. Checking
frequently with patient for tolerance of modality given. Maintains
contact with the referring physician regarding patient progress.
Observes treatment effects & recommends changes to physician if
indicated. Assembles, organizes home programs for patients whenever
indicated. Explains the program to patient, asking for return
demonstrations and trains the family whenever indicated. Directs
and oversees PT Assistants and Rehabilitation Assistants during
physical therapy treatments. Participates with on-the-job training
of rehabilitation personnel. Maintains records of all patient
treatments as required, information must include but is not limited
to, subjective & objective information, assessment and plan for
each treatment given or specific documentation for a specific area
in which the therapy if provided. The Physical Therapist approves
and co-signs every progress note written by a PT/PT Assistant with
temporary licensure. The Physical Therapist completes the discharge
summary and sends them to the referring physician if indicated.
Promotes the team approach to delivery of rehabilitation services,
while serving as a representative in the field of Physical Therapy.
In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develops and
implements measures for quality assurance and participates in
performance improvement activities. Maintains professional
competence through continuing education and participation in
appropriate professional groups. Obtains professional continuing
education requirements to maintain licensure. Ensures charges
correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time
in therapy. Maintains productivity standards. Requirements:
Education: Doctorate, Masters, Bachelors or Associates Degree in
Physical Therapy. Experience: Demonstrates accountability and
skills in assessment/evaluation, decision-making and time
management. Should have strong interpersonal, verbal and written
communication and organizational skills. Certifications,
Registrations, or Licenses: Current New Mexico Physical Therapist
licensure BLS certification required. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE
SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Per Diem As Needed
Keywords: CHRISTUS Health, Rio Rancho , Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy - Prn, Healthcare , Los Alamos, New Mexico
