Physical Therapist I (DOH/FBMC #13763)

Salary

$28.21 - $45.14 Hourly

$58,682 - $93,891 Annually

This position is a Pay Band HG

Posting Details

This posting will be used to conduct ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

Position will provide physical therapy interventions as prescribed by a licensed physician, Interventions attempt to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical impairments.

How does it get done?

Plan, prepare, or carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention.
Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer.

Who are the customers?

Residents at a long-terms care facility.

Ideal Candidate

Will have:
The ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
The ability to function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.

Minimum Qualification

Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State of New Mexico OR eligible to be licensed in New Mexico before date of hire.

Employment Requirements

This position is designated as safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment is subject to nationwide criminal background check and is conditional pending results. Licenser to practice as a Physical Therapist in New Mexico. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPPA) training.

Working Conditions

Works in office areas, therapy rooms, resident rooms, etc.
Moves intermittently during working hours.
Is subject to frequent interruptions.
Is involved with physicians, residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc.
Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department directors.
Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
Is subject to exercising and massaging residents.
Must be constantly alert for resident safety.
Attends and participates in continuing educational programs as may be required by current regulations.
Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc.
Is subject to lifting, carrying and supporting residents.
Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, other departments, etc., to adequately plan for the resident's physical therapy needs.

Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information: Florentina Rios (575) 537-8667. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Date Posted: 03/14/2025
Job Reference: 152572
Organization: Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location: Santa Clara, NM 88026
Category: Physical/Occupational Therapy

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