Launch your PT career with free, self-paced PTT training. New Mexico has 460+ job openings with $31,480 average salary (-11% vs national).
PT Techs support Physical Therapists and PTAs in helping patients recover from injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions.
Assist patients with exercises, transfers, and mobility. Help with therapeutic equipment and modalities.
Prepare treatment areas, maintain equipment, manage supplies, and ensure clean, safe environments.
Record patient progress, schedule appointments, and support administrative functions under PT supervision.
New Mexico offers diverse PT settings from major hospital systems to specialized sports medicine clinics.
Private PT practices, orthopedic clinics, and multi-specialty centers.
Acute care, inpatient rehab, and post-surgical recovery units.
Athletic training facilities, sports rehab centers, and team clinics.
Long-term care facilities and home health agencies serving seniors.
NM PT Techs earn 13% above national average. Location significantly impacts pay.
| Region | Salary Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Metro New Mexico (Major metro areas) | $36K-$39K | Highest wages, urban centers |
| Suburban New Mexico (Suburban counties) | $31K-$36K | Balanced cost/salary |
| Central New Mexico (Central regions) | $28K-$33K | Growing healthcare sector |
| Rural New Mexico (Rural areas) | $26K-$29K | Lower COL, community focus |
These healthcare systems and facilities actively hire Physical Therapy Technicians across New Mexico.
📍 Albuquerque
📞 505-272-2111
State's only academic medical center
📍 Albuquerque
📞 505-841-1234
Major Albuquerque system
📍 Albuquerque
📞 505-727-8000
Multi-hospital system
📍 Santa Fe
📞 505-913-5201
Northern NM regional
📍 Farmington
📞 505-609-2000
Four Corners region
📍 Albuquerque/Statewide
📞 505-841-1234
New Mexico's largest health system
Common questions about Physical Therapy Technician careers in New Mexico.
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