UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT OUTPATIENT
UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center, Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States, 87144
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PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT OUTPATIENT
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UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center .
Dynamic outpatient Physical Therapy position at the Nene and Jamie Koch Comprehensive Movement Disorder Clinic, located at New Mexico’s only Level I Trauma Center and premier teaching hospital. Caseload primarily includes patients with neurological and movement disorders. Join a dynamic and knowledgeable rehabilitation team with opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration, education, and professional growth. Neurological experience encouraged.
Sign‑on bonus available.
Relocation assistance available.
Receive 17% weekday night, 26% weekend night, and 15% weekend day shift differentials.
Hourly compensation: $26.22 – $32.55 (based on experience, education, and other organizational considerations).
Department: Rehabilitation PT/OT Movement Disorders FTE: 1.00 Full Time Shift: Days
Position Summary Performs physical therapy procedures and related tasks. Ensures adherence to hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignments may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.
Detailed Responsibilities
Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality assurance programs.
Assist the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations, and complex procedures.
Carry out a program of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as determined by evaluation performed by Physical Therapist.
Instruct patients on segments of the program, including proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices.
Obtain and return required equipment.
Maintain and care for equipment and supplies.
Develop and maintain administrative records, reports, and statistics as required.
Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in‑services, meetings, and workshops.
Follow patient safety‑related policies, procedures, and protocols.
Demonstrate a proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes.
Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk.
Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors, and/or near misses in a timely manner.
Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations they do not understand or may think "not seem right."
Adhere to and promote the core expectations of the Patient Centered Medical Home or Patient Centered Specialty Practice as applicable.
Qualifications Education
Associate Degree in a related discipline.
Experience
No minimum experience required.
Bilingual in English and one of: Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo.
Credentials
CPR for Healthcare / BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers within 30 days.
New Mexico Physical Therapy Assistant License; permanent within 3 months.
Physical Therapy Assistant License by NM PT Board (nonessential).
Physical Conditions Heavy work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Working Conditions
Medical hazards: Dirt, dust, fumes, odors, bad weather, noise.
Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT OUTPATIENT
role at
UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center .
Dynamic outpatient Physical Therapy position at the Nene and Jamie Koch Comprehensive Movement Disorder Clinic, located at New Mexico’s only Level I Trauma Center and premier teaching hospital. Caseload primarily includes patients with neurological and movement disorders. Join a dynamic and knowledgeable rehabilitation team with opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration, education, and professional growth. Neurological experience encouraged.
Sign‑on bonus available.
Relocation assistance available.
Receive 17% weekday night, 26% weekend night, and 15% weekend day shift differentials.
Hourly compensation: $26.22 – $32.55 (based on experience, education, and other organizational considerations).
Department: Rehabilitation PT/OT Movement Disorders FTE: 1.00 Full Time Shift: Days
Position Summary Performs physical therapy procedures and related tasks. Ensures adherence to hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignments may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.
Detailed Responsibilities
Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality assurance programs.
Assist the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations, and complex procedures.
Carry out a program of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as determined by evaluation performed by Physical Therapist.
Instruct patients on segments of the program, including proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices.
Obtain and return required equipment.
Maintain and care for equipment and supplies.
Develop and maintain administrative records, reports, and statistics as required.
Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in‑services, meetings, and workshops.
Follow patient safety‑related policies, procedures, and protocols.
Demonstrate a proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes.
Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk.
Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors, and/or near misses in a timely manner.
Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations they do not understand or may think "not seem right."
Adhere to and promote the core expectations of the Patient Centered Medical Home or Patient Centered Specialty Practice as applicable.
Qualifications Education
Associate Degree in a related discipline.
Experience
No minimum experience required.
Bilingual in English and one of: Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo.
Credentials
CPR for Healthcare / BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers within 30 days.
New Mexico Physical Therapy Assistant License; permanent within 3 months.
Physical Therapy Assistant License by NM PT Board (nonessential).
Physical Conditions Heavy work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Working Conditions
Medical hazards: Dirt, dust, fumes, odors, bad weather, noise.
Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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