Physical therapist Assistants (PTA's) at Presbyterian play a vital role in helping patients regain movement, independence and quality of life through compassionate care and personalized treatment plans.
In this outpatient PTA role, under the supervision of a licensed PT, you'll care for a diverse patient population alongside a collaborative team of providers from a range of specialties. Our PTAs work as a team with physical therapists to treat people of all ages and abilities.
We’re determined to welcome you to Presbyterian! We place a strong emphasis on in-depth orientation and mentorship to support the well-being and success of our new team members.
Type of Opportunity: Part Time (.45 to .89) FTE: 0.5
Work Schedule: Weekday Schedule Monday-Friday
Where You’ll Work
Physical Therapy in Albuquerque on Las Estancias Dr is located in a modern, welcoming clinic. Located at 3630 Las Estancias Dr SW, the building houses multiple departments, including primary care, urgent care, rehabilitation and physical therapy. Just 20 minutes from downtown Albuquerque, the clinic offers a convenient location with nearby dining and shopping to help you make the most of your day.
The facility at Las Estancias is spacious and well-equipped, featuring therapy rooms, private patient treatment areas and advanced rehabilitation equipment. As part of Presbyterian Medical Group, we work closely with providers across our clinics, hospitals and specialties to support smooth, coordinated care.
Designed with comfort, functionality and a healing environment in mind, our clinic is filled with natural light and full-height windows. We have comfortable break areas for recharging during shifts and a community room that encourages connection and provides support for both staff and patients.
Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.
How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
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Treats patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation of physical function and developmental disorders.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of patients served
Oversees and insures a comprehensive rehabilitation program designed to meet the physical, psychosocial, and immediate environmental well-being of the patient
Promotes patient/caregiver self-determination by optimizing outside resource utilization to achieve the highest level of independence.
Coordinates and communicates with various disciplines or services involved in patient care.
Coordinates efforts toward discharge goals established at initial evaluation and during episode of care.
Is a patient advocate.
We offer more than the standard benefits!
Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more!
Learn more about our employee benefits:
https://www.phs.org/careers/why-work-with-us/benefits
Why work at Presbyterian?
As an organization, we are committed to improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers' markets to partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans. For our employees, we offer a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more.
Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who choose to work here. The hard work of our physicians, nurses, employees, board members and volunteers grew Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system that serves more than 875,000 New Mexicans.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
About Our Regional Delivery System
Presbyterian's Regional Delivery System is a network of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New Mexico including locations in Clovis, Espanola, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, Socorro and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more than 1,600 clinical and non-clinical employees who help make Presbyterian the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 statewide employees. With a variety of services ranging from general surgery to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our regional employees are proud to provide close-to-home care for their communities.
We are part of New Mexico's history - and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come.
About New Mexico
New Mexico continues to grow steadily in population and features a low cost-of living.
Varied landscapes bring filmmakers here from around the world to capture a slice of the natural beauty New Mexicans enjoy every day. Our landscapes are as diverse as our culture - from mountains, forests, canyons, and lakes, to caverns, hot springs and sand dunes.
New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
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