Registered Respiratory Therapist
Richmond, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,549/weekOverview
- 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 (RRT)
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Information
- Unit Type: Respiratory Therapy (RRT)
- Number of Beds: 430
- Number of Staff: 25
- Shift Staffing:
- Day Shift: 3-4 staff
- Night Shift: 3 staff
- Patient Load: Approximately 20-25 treatments per round
- Equipment Used:
- Oxygen
- BIPAP/CPAP
- Ventilators
- Nebulizers
- Blood gas machines
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System: Meditech
Job Requirements & Responsibilities
- Must have ICU experience
- Typical procedures include:
- Nebulizer treatments
- BIPAP/CPAP management
- Ventilator management
- Arterial Blood Gases (ABG) analysis
- Work Environment: Fast-paced setting
- Call Schedule:
- Rotating weekends
- On-call approximately one 24-hour shift every 5-6 weeks
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Virginia
- Current NBRC certification
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
- Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
- Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist, including experience within the last year
- ICU experience
Dress Code
- Navy blue scrubs
Notes
- Prior travel experience is not specified as required.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Pros
Absolutely amazing! Love working with this person! Very respectful and professional.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
Richmond, VA
About
Located on the banks of the James River, Richmond, Virginia, is a historic city known for its beautiful architecture, rich history and scenic river views. In addition to historical landmarks such as the State Capitol building and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond is also home to several excellent colleges and universities, including the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University. For a taste of local Southern flavor, check out Max Downtown for a delicious farm-to-table meal or stop by The Tobacco Company Restaurant for some of the best ribs around. Richmond’s cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an even more appealing destination for thrifty locals and visitors.
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