Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in New Mexico
Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in New Mexico are concentrated in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces, where outpatient orthopedics, geriatric rehabilitation, and pediatric therapy drive the steadiest demand. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Lovelace Health System, and Memorial Medical Center, all of which maintain physical therapy departments across inpatient and outpatient settings. The market supports openings from entry-level assistants in acute care to experienced PTAs specializing in neurological and post-surgical rehab. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN Days
If you're looking for a place to call home and grow, Three Crosses Regional Hospital is looking for you! We are looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant that is committed to clinical excellence and building a patient-centered culture.
Three Crosses Regional Hospital is an advanced independent healthcare organization led by a local team of professionals dedicated to high quality patient care and being the first choice of patients and providers in the communities we serve.
We are dedicated to hiring team members that will adapt to our culture, pride themselves in professionalism, integrity, transparency, two-way communication, and ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients and staff.
Works under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, assist in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures as directed. Assist in all treatments including therapeutic exercise, massage, electronic stimulation, thermal modalities, traction and ultrasound. Perform advanced manual skills including joint mobilization, stretching, and taping to carry out PT specific plan of care. PTA will document all progress and modify specific treatments appropriate to patient need based on the scope of treatment established by Physical Therapist, helping people with physical and functional deficits reach their maximum potential of independence.
The incumbent will carry out her/his duties by adhering to the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct, acts in the best interest of Three Crosses Regional Hospital, and fully supports the mission, vision, and values of Three Crosses Regional Hospital. The incumbent will have knowledge of health care systems, and have demonstrated ability to interact, relate to, work with, and support the activities of a diverse workforce.
Primary Responsibilities
- Implements comprehensive individual and group treatment independently.
- Follows through the established treatment priorities based on the Physical Therapist evaluation results.
- Implements individual and group physical therapy services using effective treatment.
- Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with all patients.
- Demonstrates ability to engage patients in treatment, provides reinforcement and support; sets limits appropriately.
- Issues appropriate assistive devices or durable medical equipment, ensuring that I properly fits the patient.
- Monitors patient response to treatment and progresses treatment program appropriately.
- Adheres to diagnosis-related precautions and demonstrates good judgement handling potential hazardous situations, seeking assistance as necessary.
- Monitors supplies, requesting replacements in a timely manner.
- Supports Physical Therapist in assessing the effectiveness of the treatment plan.
- Documents actual intervention and patient response to treatment as well as progress towards goals.
- Ability to identify need for additional for additional intervention by the Physical Therapist and collaborates with the intervention.
- Discusses patient issues, discharge planning, changes in care plan, and progress towards goals with Physical Therapist.
- Schedules with primary Physical Therapist for re-evaluation in a timely manner and in compliance with department and third party requirements.
- Completes patient care charges timely and accurately.
- Performs job in compliance with Three Crosses policies and procedures, Medicare, CHAP, and Joint Commission standards.
- Attend staff meetings as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Required: Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Program
- Required: Minimum of 6 months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Required: Meet all Employee Health Requirement
- Required: Current Physical Therapy Assistant license, registration and or certification as per state regulations.
- Required: BLS Certification
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law”.
Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN Days
If you're looking for a place to call home and grow, Three Crosses Regional Hospital is looking for you! We are looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant that is committed to clinical excellence and building a patient-centered culture.
Three Crosses Regional Hospital is an advanced independent healthcare organization led by a local team of professionals dedicated to high quality patient care and being the first choice of patients and providers in the communities we serve.
We are dedicated to hiring team members that will adapt to our culture, pride themselves in professionalism, integrity, transparency, two-way communication, and ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients and staff.
Works under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, assist in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures as directed. Assist in all treatments including therapeutic exercise, massage, electronic stimulation, thermal modalities, traction and ultrasound. Perform advanced manual skills including joint mobilization, stretching, and taping to carry out PT specific plan of care. PTA will document all progress and modify specific treatments appropriate to patient need based on the scope of treatment established by Physical Therapist, helping people with physical and functional deficits reach their maximum potential of independence.
The incumbent will carry out her/his duties by adhering to the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct, acts in the best interest of Three Crosses Regional Hospital, and fully supports the mission, vision, and values of Three Crosses Regional Hospital. The incumbent will have knowledge of health care systems, and have demonstrated ability to interact, relate to, work with, and support the activities of a diverse workforce.
Primary Responsibilities
- Implements comprehensive individual and group treatment independently.
- Follows through the established treatment priorities based on the Physical Therapist evaluation results.
- Implements individual and group physical therapy services using effective treatment.
- Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with all patients.
- Demonstrates ability to engage patients in treatment, provides reinforcement and support; sets limits appropriately.
- Issues appropriate assistive devices or durable medical equipment, ensuring that I properly fits the patient.
- Monitors patient response to treatment and progresses treatment program appropriately.
- Adheres to diagnosis-related precautions and demonstrates good judgement handling potential hazardous situations, seeking assistance as necessary.
- Monitors supplies, requesting replacements in a timely manner.
- Supports Physical Therapist in assessing the effectiveness of the treatment plan.
- Documents actual intervention and patient response to treatment as well as progress towards goals.
- Ability to identify need for additional for additional intervention by the Physical Therapist and collaborates with the intervention.
- Discusses patient issues, discharge planning, changes in care plan, and progress towards goals with Physical Therapist.
- Schedules with primary Physical Therapist for re-evaluation in a timely manner and in compliance with department and third party requirements.
- Completes patient care charges timely and accurately.
- Performs job in compliance with Three Crosses policies and procedures, Medicare, CHAP, and Joint Commission standards.
- Attend staff meetings as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Required: Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Program
- Required: Minimum of 6 months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Required: Meet all Employee Health Requirement
- Required: Current Physical Therapy Assistant license, registration and or certification as per state regulations.
- Required: BLS Certification
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law”.
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Physical Therapy Assistant Job Market in New Mexico
A snapshot from current New Mexico openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CHRISTUS Health10
- Powerback Rehabilitation7
- Enhabit Home Health & Hospice5
- Voyage Health3V
- Continuum Rehab3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What New Mexico Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy assistant jobs across New Mexico.
- Active physical therapy assistant license issued by the New Mexico Physical Therapy Board
- Associate degree in physical therapy assisting from an accredited PTA program
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification required before patient contact
- Experience assisting with therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and modality application
- Ability to document treatment progress accurately in electronic health record systems
- Strong communication skills for coordinating care with supervising physical therapists
Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in New Mexico: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapy assistant in New Mexico?
To work as a physical therapy assistant in New Mexico, you must hold a license issued by the New Mexico Physical Therapy Board. That requires completing an accredited associate degree program in physical therapy assisting and passing the National Physical Therapy Examination for PTAs, administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. Once you pass, you apply to the Board for licensure. New Mexico does not participate in the PT Compact, so out-of-state licensees must apply directly for a New Mexico license.
Which companies hire physical therapy assistants in New Mexico?
Employers hiring physical therapy assistants in New Mexico right now include CHRISTUS Health, Powerback Rehabilitation, and Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Mexico's larger health systems and outpatient rehab networks tend to post consistently throughout the year, making them reliable targets for both new graduates and experienced PTAs.
Which New Mexico cities have the most physical therapy assistant jobs?
Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and Alamogordo have the most physical therapy assistant openings in New Mexico. Albuquerque dominates because it anchors the state's largest hospital systems and outpatient rehabilitation networks, while Santa Fe and Las Cruces generate steady demand through regional medical centers, long-term care facilities, and growing outpatient clinics serving older adult populations.
Are there remote physical therapy assistant jobs in New Mexico?
Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapy assisting is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact for exercises, manual techniques, and monitored activities, so the vast majority of positions are fully on-site. About 13% of physical therapy assistant openings tied to New Mexico are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those typically involve telehealth check-ins or care coordination duties that supplement, rather than replace, in-person treatment.
How can I get hired as a physical therapy assistant in New Mexico with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to clinical positions at New Mexico's larger health systems, such as Presbyterian Healthcare Services or Lovelace Health System, which regularly onboard new PTA graduates into supervised acute care or outpatient roles. Completing your accredited PTA program's clinical affiliations at a New Mexico facility is one of the strongest advantages, since many sites convert strong clinical students into hires. Candidates who hold their New Mexico PTA license on day one and have experience as a physical therapy aide or rehab technician move through the hiring process faster.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in New Mexico?
You can find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in New Mexico on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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