Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Los Alamos, NM
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Role: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
• Shift: See shift details (typically 36 guaranteed hours per week)
• Weekend Hours: Every other weekend / as needed
• Call Requirements: Not specified
• Patient Population: All ages
• Facility Size: 47-bed acute care facility
• Work Environment: Serves a broad patient population including pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
• Dress Code: Scrubs of any color; no casual or unprofessional attire

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Therapist license in New Mexico
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT), including experience within the last year
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS required prior to start

Additional Information

• Orientation is held weekly on Mondays
• Must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as a travel assignment
• The position is within a respiratory therapy department
• Patient care involves use of respiratory equipment and treatment of various diagnoses (details not specified)
• Professionalism and adherence to dress code are expected

Summary

This travel Respiratory Therapist position in New Mexico requires a licensed and certified RRT with at least 2 years of experience. Candidates must have all required certifications before starting and comply with state fingerprinting and background check requirements. The role involves working in a 47-bed acute care setting serving patients of all ages, with a typical 36-hour workweek and weekend coverage every other week.