Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Los Alamos, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,653/weekOverview
- Start Date06/22/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- 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
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Position
Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
Shift: Not specified
Weekend Hours: Every other weekend / as needed
Call Requirements: Not specified
Facility Overview
- 47-bed acute care facility
- Serves patients of all ages
- Major healthcare provider in Northern New Mexico
Job Details
- Role: Respiratory Therapist
- Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
- Number of Openings: 1
- Dress Code: Scrubs of any color; no casual or unprofessional attire
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in New Mexico
- Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
- Current certifications required prior to start: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS
- Must complete fingerprinting and background check as required by New Mexico state regulations (travelers may start on a 14-day supervised waiver while waiting for results)
Additional Information
- Orientation is held weekly on Mondays
- Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff
- Floating requirements and call details not specified
- Patient population includes all ages
Compliance Notes
- All clinical staff must be fingerprinted before hire and provide documentation that the check is in process
- Background check process is managed through the New Mexico Department of Health portal
This position is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists seeking a travel assignment in a community acute care setting with a diverse patient population.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Los Alamos, NM
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Los Alamos, NM here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 82°F, average low: 50°F.
- Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 17°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local property management companies.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is not very large and has well-maintained roads.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- 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.
- 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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