Travel Respiratory Therapist
Hartford, CT
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$48-52/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- 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 (Travel)
Location: Hartford, Connecticut
Contract Length: 12 weeks (interpreted as weeks since 12 is between 4 and 40)
Schedule: 36 hours per week, every other week (EOW)
Job Description
Seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Hartford, CT. The role requires providing respiratory care services in a hospital setting.
Required Qualifications
- License: Valid Respiratory Therapist license for Connecticut.
- Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Association certification required.
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) - American Heart Association certification required.
- Experience:
- Minimum years of experience not explicitly stated; assume standard for Respiratory Therapist positions (typically 1-2 years). No explicit higher requirement found.
- Prior Travel Experience: Not specified or required.
Required Onboarding Credentials and Compliance
- License/Certificate verification dated within 30 days of start.
- Fit Test for respirator use.
- Specialty-specific competency testing completed within the last year.
- Skills checklist for clinical contractors.
- COVID-19 vaccine or approved declination/exemption (declination not accepted for CA or IL). Booster proof required through Sept 2025.
- MMR vaccination proof or immunity.
- Hepatitis B vaccination series proof (titers not accepted).
- Influenza vaccine or declination for current and next flu seasons.
- 2 Step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) test for TB screening.
- Varicella vaccination or immunity proof.
- Physical/Health statement confirming fitness to work within the last year.
- 10 Panel Drug Screen completed within 30 days of start (no THC).
- Background checks including federal, nationwide, county criminal (last 7 years), SSN verification, EPLS, OIG, NSO, OFAC sanctions screening, all dated within 30 days of start.
- Trinity-specific forms including Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, Integrity and Audit Services Form, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, System Access Form, and others as required by the agency.
- Education verification (highest level of academic education).
- Trinity Joint Commission Testing (CORE Exam) within the last year.
- Tdap vaccination or declination (declination accepted if no pediatric interaction).
- Respirator evaluation form signed by a physician.
Additional Notes
- All certifications and verifications must be uploaded to the agency system prior to or at onboarding.
- Documentation must include front and back images of certification cards where applicable.
- Drug screen panel excludes THC.
- Declinations for vaccines are not accepted in California or Illinois.
- Physical and health documentation must be current within one year.
This position is ideal for Respiratory Therapists who meet the licensing and certification requirements and are ready for a travel assignment in Connecticut.
Employer
Host Healthcare
222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
THE best recruiter I have worked with in my 4 years as a traveler. Natalie has stellar communication, responding promptly to text messages (my preferred choice of communication), and listens without judgement. Whether it's rate negotiations, shift preferences, or a general concern about the facility Natalie has never left me feeling unsupported. Additionally, dealing with Host Healthcare has been a seamless experience from compliance and onboarding.
Cons
Generally speaking, Host Healthcare doesn't always have the highest rate on the market. Having gone with competing agencies in the past, I have often been disappointed and unsupported and ultimately found it wasn't worth the small pay bump
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About Hartford, CT
As a travel nurse in Hartford, CT here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hartford, CT, is slightly higher than the national average.
- However, wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a comfortable standard of living for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 83°F, and the average low in winter is around 18°F, offering a true four-season experience.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hartford, CT, and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods.
- Hartford is car-friendly, with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation options include buses and a commuter rail line connecting to nearby cities.
- Hartford has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to seasonal changes.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Hartford offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby areas.
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