Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Los Alamos, NM
Jackson HealthPros
3x12 hrs
$1,536/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider where you’ll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders
Minimum Requirements:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program
- Current state license in good standing with the State License Board
- One year experience as an RRT
- BLS certification
- Required certifications must be completed prior to start
- All clinical staff working in New Mexico must complete fingerprinting before hire and provide documentation that the background check is being processed
Assignment Details
- Shift hours: 1900-0700
- Orientation is held weekly on Mondays
Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to improving the lives of others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
- Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
- Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
- 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
- Competitive Referral Bonuses
- 100% Paid Housing Available
- Travel & License Reimbursement
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
As a health professional with Jackson HealthPros, you get the flexibility, stability and growth you need with the satisfaction of impacting communities nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts in cities coast to coast. Get full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance (at no cost to you) in travel contracts that give you the freedom to explore, with the stability of a full-time job. Find your perfect match with ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed for health professionals.
Location Highlights
Los Alamos, New Mexico offers access to both outdoor recreation and scientific landmarks. The city sits on the Pajarito Plateau at about 7,300 feet elevation and is less than 20 miles from Bandelier National Monument, known for cliff dwellings and canyon trails. Santa Fe is about 40 miles away and provides galleries on Canyon Road, the historic Plaza, and rail access through the New Mexico Rail Runner connection in nearby communities. Outdoor options include nearby Valles Caldera National Preserve, roughly 25 miles away, and skiing at Pajarito Mountain within about 10 miles of central Los Alamos. The area suits clinicians looking for a quieter mountain setting with access to the Manhattan Project National Historical Park and trail systems in the Jemez Mountains.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
Employer
Jackson HealthPros
Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About Los Alamos, NM
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Los Alamos, NM here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 82°F, average low: 50°F.
- Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 17°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local property management companies.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is not very large and has well-maintained roads.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is relatively diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
- Los Alamos has a small but active community of travel nurses.
- There are various restaurants offering a range of cuisines, and the city has a growing arts and music scene.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and exploring nearby national parks are popular.
- Sports facilities are available for recreational activities.
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