Respiratory Therapist
Richland, WA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,978/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- 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
RRT
Assignment Overview
- Travel/Contract role in Richland, Washington
- 13-week contract
- 12-hour shifts: Day (7:00–19:00) or Night (19:00–7:00)
- 36 hours per week
- May float between units
- Weekends required every other weekend per CBA
- On-call not required
- Block schedules not required
- 48 hours approved
- Expected ratios: per hospital acuity
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Washington
- Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
- 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience
- 1st-time traveler accepted
- ACLS
- BLS
- NURSYS verification, as applicable
- State license verification, as applicable
- Education verification
- Background check
- EPLS/GSA/SAM
- HHS/OIG
- Washington State Patrol search
- Employment application with at least the last 5 years of employment
- References: minimum of 2 references covering 1 year of employment total within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting
Preferred Qualifications
- None stated
Compliance / Pre-Start Requirements
- Government-issued photo ID
- Social Security card, as applicable for I-9
- E-Verify attestation
- Fit mask
- Physical exam within 1 year of start
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years
- Negative TB or chest X-ray
- Rubeola (Measles)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Hepatitis B
- Varicella
- Drug testing
- Flu vaccination or declination during flu season
- COVID vaccination record preferred; declination not required
- RespSafety clearance
- Float policy acknowledgement
- Annual regulatory modules
- Skills checklist, if applicable to the unit
Employer
Host Healthcare
267 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Mikayla was great to work with. She guided me the whole way through the credentialing process, told me what to expect, and was responsive anytime I had questions. I would recommend Mikayla as a recruiter and would work with her in the future.
Cons
No cons in working with Mikayla at all.
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 Richland, WA
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Richland, WA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Richland, WA is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributing factor.
- However, wages generally match up with the cost of living in this area.
- Richland experiences hot summers with average highs of 87°F and lows of 59°F, while winters are cold with average highs of 41°F and lows of 26°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Richland, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's proximity to the Hanford Site and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
- Richland is relatively car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available, including bus services operated by Ben Franklin Transit.
- The population of Richland is diverse, with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues in the area include allergies, asthma, and seasonal flu.
- Richland has a growing community of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Richland offers a variety of dining options, including local restaurants serving Pacific Northwest cuisine.
- The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with events and performances held at venues like the Richland Players Theater.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the Columbia River.
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