Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Augusta, GA
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,825/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Position
Location: Augusta, Georgia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36
Shift: Night shift including some weekends
Unit and Work Environment
- Unit: Respiratory Therapy (RT)
- Equipment used: Drager ventilators, Phillips V60 CPAPs, Arivo2 Hiflo
- Documentation system: Meditech
- Procedures and skills required:
- Ventilator management, CPAPs, ABGs, Hiflo devices
- Advanced procedures including diagnostic, interventional, therapeutic, and robotic bronchoscopy (ION/Intuitive)
- Cryotherapy, cautery, fluoroscopy, stent placement, fiducial placement
- Pulmonary function testing including CPET, DLCO, pre/post testing
- Metabolic cart testing
- Dress code: Maroon scrubs or facility scrubs
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Georgia
- Minimum 1 year of recent Respiratory Therapist experience
Additional Information
- Facility is a 354-bed hospital known for specialized centers including a large burn center, Human Motion Institute, Digestive Disease Center, Pelvic Health Institute, and Stroke Center
- Staff praise the supportive culture and management
- Location highlights: Rich in history and Southern charm, with local attractions such as the Augusta Riverwalk and annual Masters golf tournament
This position is ideal for respiratory therapists seeking a travel assignment with advanced procedural experience in a well-equipped hospital setting.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Augusta, GA
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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