Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA
Lovelace Health System · Carlsbad, NM
FULL-TIME
Posted Nov 14, 2026
Job Description
Overview Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Albuquerque, NM.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuitionassistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.
Responsibilities
Provides therapy treatment to patients with developmental, physical, cognitive, and/or emotional impairments, disabilities, and/or handicaps under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant. Licensed or licensure-eligible PTA in the State of New Mexico. BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Preferred
Job Requirements
One (1) year related experience.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuitionassistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.
Responsibilities
Provides therapy treatment to patients with developmental, physical, cognitive, and/or emotional impairments, disabilities, and/or handicaps under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant. Licensed or licensure-eligible PTA in the State of New Mexico. BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Preferred
Job Requirements
One (1) year related experience.
Additional Details
- City
- Carlsbad
- State
- New Mexico
- Country
- US
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