Respiratory Therapist
Pontiac, MI
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$42-46/hourOverview
- Start Date02/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Pontiac, Michigan
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 12 weeks
Work Schedule
- Night shift: 1830 – 0700
- Every other week (EOW) 12-hour shifts
- No on-call
- No holiday requirement
Required Certifications & Licenses
- BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association certification required
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – American Heart Association certification required
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license with online verification dated within 30 days of start
- Fit Test
- Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing (must be completed within a year)
- Trinity Respirator Evaluation (physician signature required)
Experience Requirements
- Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
- Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum standard for Respiratory Therapist roles (typically 1+ years)
- Prior travel experience: Not required
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Voalte and Epic systems preferred
Required Health Screenings & Vaccinations
- Trinity 10 Panel Drug Screen (completed within 30 days of start; no THC)
- COVID-19 Vaccine (proof of booster, declination or exemption accepted except in CA or IL)
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or immunity proof
- Hepatitis B vaccination series (proof required; titers not accepted)
- Influenza Vaccine (proof or declination accepted except in CA or IL)
- 2 Step PPD OR IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) with chest x-ray if positive (within last year for Michigan)
- Varicella vaccination or immunity proof
- Tdap vaccination (declinations accepted if no pediatric interaction)
- Physical/Health Statement confirming fitness to work (exam within last year)
Background & Compliance Requirements
- Trinity Code of Conduct Form
- Trinity Integrity and Audit Services Form
- Trinity Profile (Resume, Skills Checklist within a year, 2 Professional References)
- Trinity Confidentiality of Patient & Proprietary Information and System Security Agreement
- Trinity Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- Criminal Background Check (Federal, Nationwide, County, last 7 years; SSN verification)
- Education Verification (highest academic degree or diploma verified)
- EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check within 30 days
- GSA/OIG exclusion check within 30 days
- Trinity Joint Commission Testing (CORE Exam within a year)
- NSO (National Sex Offender) check within 30 days, including Michigan statewide check
- Trinity System Access Form (must be completed and uploaded one week before start)
- Trinity Skills Checklist (provided by agency for clinical contractors)
Summary
This is a 12-week night shift Respiratory Therapist position in Pontiac, MI, requiring current BLS and ACLS certifications, valid licensure, and multiple health screenings and background checks. No prior travel experience is required. Experience with Voalte and Epic is preferred. The role involves every other week 12-hour night shifts with no on-call or holiday requirements.
Employer
Host Healthcare
222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Cassie Jo is an absolute ROCKSTAR. She is on top of everything, insanely quick to respond, always ready to remedy any confusion or errors, such an incredible nurse advocate—will go to bat for you in the blink of an eye—as organized as anything I’ve ever seen, and just genuinely kind, caring, and compassionate. I seriously cannot say enough incredible things about her. She is the best and I am so thankful for all of her help, guidance, knowledge, organization, reassurance, skill, and friendliness.
Cons
absolutely NOTHING.
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
About Pontiac, MI
As a travel nurse in Pontiac, MI here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Pontiac, MI is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Pontiac experiences hot summers with average highs of 83°F and cold winters with average lows of 17°F.
- Be prepared for a wide range of temperatures throughout the year.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Pontiac, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
- Pontiac is fairly car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is recommended for getting around the city and the surrounding areas.
- Pontiac has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include chronic diseases and access to healthcare services.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Pontiac offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- The city has a rich art and music scene, with opportunities to explore local talent.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks and nature trails.
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