Location: Socorro, NM

Start Date: 11-24-2025

End Date: 02-23-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Day shift

Hours per Week: 36

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and deliver skilled physical therapy services to SNF residents
• Create individualized treatment plans that improve mobility and quality of life
• Document patient progress clearly and timely in accordance with facility and CRG policies
• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care
• Coach patients and families on home programs and safe mobility strategies
• Meet productivity standards and contribute to a high-performing therapy department
• Adhere to dress code and facility procedures to maintain a professional presence

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist license in New Mexico (active and in good standing)
• DPT preferred; PT degree required
• 1-3 years of clinical experience, preferably in a skilled nursing facility
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Strong documentation skills and familiarity with productivity expectations (90% productivity requirement)
• Reliable transportation and ability to be onsite to receive guaranteed hours

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred; Physical Therapy degree required

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in SNF assessment and treatment planning
• Proficient with patient transfers, gait training, and therapeutic exercise
• Comfortable collaborating with interdisciplinary teams
• Good time management and organizational skills for productivity targets
• Strong interpersonal skills for coaching patients and working with families
• Familiarity with facility policies and regulatory documentation requirements

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your contract comfortable and stress-free
• Travel reimbursement so getting here is easy
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and get rewarded
• A supportive therapy team that values collaboration and growth
• Clear policies and guaranteed hours when onsite for predictable income

Travel Perks: Explore Socorro, NM

Socorro sits at the southern tip of the Rockies and is a great spot for outdoor adventures and science-minded sightseeing. Explore the Very Large Array radio telescope, birdwatch at the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, hike the Magdalena Mountains, enjoy local history and cultural events in town, and take weekend trips for skiing or bigger-city dining and entertainment in nearby Albuquerque. Plenty of hiking, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives await when you clock out.

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