Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Gunnison, CO
Voca Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,328/weekOverview
- Start Date10/05/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$648/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,680/week
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
Description
Shift: 12 hour shifts, rotating weekends. Early shifts start at 6am to 630pm. There is also 2 on call shift
Possess and demonstrate knowledge and skill in areas of respiratory care for the adult, pediatric and newborn patient. Have a working knowledge of Pulmonary Function Studies and the administration of testing. Assist in the orientation and training of new clinical staff to familiarize them to the administration of respiratory therapy modalities and equipment. Be involved with community education and development.
Education: Graduate of an approved and accredited school for Respiratory Care.Experience: Must have at least 5 years of newborn/NICU experience and at least 3 years experience in the acute Respiratory Care medicine to include: General Floor Care, Emergent Medical and Trauma Stabilization/Treatment, Newborn Stabilization; Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics and Pulmonary and Cardiac Rehabilitation preferred.Licenses/Certification: Current BLS/ACLS and NRP certifications. Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed to practice respiratory care in the State of Colorado. Member of the American Academy of Respiratory Care (AARC). Additional Information:Colorado adult protective services (CAPS) check required*** Please note rural Gunnison does not have public transportation which will require the traveler to have access to a reliable source of transportation.
Guaranteed Hours: 36
Employer
Voca Healthcare
50 nurses recommend working with Voca Healthcare
Pros
I met her a year ago, and was wanting to travel but I didn’t have my multi-state licenses yet. She remembered me! Not long ago she reached out to me and said she wanted to help me and that she had some terrific leads. She got me into a job in Wisconsin, and she checks on me all the time. I couldn’t ask for a better recruiter and friend! I am so blessed to have been one of her clients! I will send everyone I know to her!! ❤️"
Cons
None
Recommends working with Voca Healthcare
As a Voca Traveler, you will gain new clinical skills, visit amazing places and meet awesome healthcare professionals.
As a travel health professional, your experience and dedication to patient care is in high demand throughout the United States. Whether you are a veteran traveler looking for your next opportunity, or you are looking to travel for the first time, Voca is here to support you. Voca’s experienced and dedicated travel team works in concert with you every step of the way. Our long-standing partnerships with some of the most respected and recognized healthcare organizations in the country allow us to identify career opportunities to help you increase your knowledge and experience while working with some of the best physicians and healthcare professionals in the world. At Voca, we strongly believe a better career results in a happier you. We are here to help you find a position that is professionally and personally rewarding.
About Gunnison, CO
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Gunnison, CO here's what you should know:- Gunnison's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows can drop to 0-10°F.
- Expect plenty of snow in the winter months.
- Short term rentals may be limited, but options can be found through local property management companies and online rental platforms.
- Gunnison is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.
- A vehicle is recommended for getting around the area.
- The population is relatively small and predominantly White.
- The age range is diverse, with a mix of young outdoor enthusiasts and older residents.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the town's elevation.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses in the area.
- Gunnison offers an array of outdoor activities including whitewater rafting, kayaking, canoeing, fly-fishing, and skiing in nearby Crested Butte.
- The town also has an eclectic dining scene, coffee shops, galleries, and boutiques to explore.
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