Respiratory Therapist
Blacksburg, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,503/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
Respiratory Therapist Travel Assignment
Overview
- Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
- Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
- Employment type: Travel
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Hours per week: 36
- Shift schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts, every other weekend
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Virginia
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (2 years of experience)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
- ACLS
- BLS
Preferred Qualifications
- PALS
- NRP
Unit Details
- Setting: Hospital respiratory therapy unit
- Equipment used: PB840s, 980s, Philips V60s, Hamilton C-1s
- Documentation system: MEDITECH
- Patient volume: 76 beds total, including ICU, step-down/CMU, med-surg, and ED coverage
Additional Notes
- The unit reports flexible scheduling and a highly engaged team culture.
- Outdoor recreation is available in the surrounding area.
Employer
Host Healthcare
267 nurses recommend 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.
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About Blacksburg, VA
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Blacksburg, VA here's what you should know:- Blacksburg's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 82°F, while winter lows can drop to around 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Blacksburg, and they are relatively easy to find due to the presence of a large university in the area.
- Blacksburg is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Most residents rely on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Blacksburg is a diverse community with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees and pollen.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of a major university and medical facilities.
- Blacksburg offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with opportunities to explore music, theater, and visual arts.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities in the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains and New River Valley.
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