Travel ContractRegistered Respiratory Therapist
$1,814/week
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Los Alamos, NM
LifePoint
3x12 hrs
$1,814/weekPosted 1 day ago Verified
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Overview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Estimated total pay
$1,814/weekDescription
Job Opportunity: RRT - Respiratory Therapy
Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Position Overview
- Role: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Facility Type: 47-bed acute care facility
- Patient Population: All ages
- Shift: See shift details
- Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
- Weekend Hours: Every Other/As Needed
- Call Requirements: Not specified
- Dress Code: Scrubs (any color), no casual/unprofessional attire
Required Qualifications
- License: Respiratory Therapist (RT) License/Certification valid in New Mexico
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
- Additional Requirements:
- Must complete New Mexico state fingerprinting and background check process (travelers may start on a 14-day waiver with supervision while results are pending)
- Must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as a travel assignment
Additional Information
- Trauma Level: Not applicable
- Number of Openings: 1
- Equipment, EHR, Patient Ratios: Not specified
- Float Requirements: Not specified
- Personality Fit, Preferred Skills, Common Diagnoses/Treatments: Not specified
Prior Travel Experience
- Not explicitly required
This position is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists seeking a travel assignment in New Mexico with a reputable acute care facility.
Employer
LifePoint
Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$1,152–3,533/week
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About Los Alamos, NM
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Los Alamos, NM here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
Weather
- Summer average high: 82°F, average low: 50°F.
- Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 17°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local property management companies.
Transportation
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is not very large and has well-maintained roads.
- Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
- 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.
Things to Do
- 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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