Respiratory Therapist
Meridian, ID
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus
$2,120/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- 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
Location
- Meridian, Idaho
Contract
- 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- 12-hour evening shifts
Required Qualifications
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) for NICU
- 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
- Must be able to care for adults, pediatrics, and NICU patients
Clinical Setting
- Covers ER, inpatient, and all floors
- Patient populations include NICU Level IIb, MICU, pediatrics, adults, geriatrics, PACU, and overnight oximetry
Key Responsibilities
- Perform ABGs and respiratory treatments
- Manage respiratory equipment
- Assist with intubation only
Scheduling and Coverage
- Self-scheduling
- Every other weekend required
- May be asked to rotate shifts, trade shifts, or fill staffing gaps
- Holiday rotation may be required
- Optional call with 30-minute response time
Floating
- May float throughout the hospital
- May also float to nearby sister facilities with advance notice
Orientation
- 1–2 shifts of unit-specific orientation
Additional Notes
- First-time travelers are accepted
- Must be comfortable floating between ICU, MICU, MS-tele, and ER
- Clean, professional attire in any color
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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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.
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About Meridian, ID
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Meridian, ID here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Meridian, ID is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Meridian experiences hot summers with average highs around 90°F and cold winters with average lows around 23°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Meridian and can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Meridian is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so owning a car is essential for getting around.
- Meridian has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to seasonal pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Meridian offers a variety of restaurants featuring diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities in the nearby natural areas.
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