Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Los Alamos, New Mexico
Los Alamos Medical Center

Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Role: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Facility Type: 47-bed acute care hospital
• Patient Population: All ages
• Shift: See shift details (36 guaranteed weekly hours)
• Weekend Hours: Every other weekend / as needed
• Call Requirements: Not specified
• Float Requirements: Not specified

Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
• Years of Experience: Minimum 1+ year in specialty
• Certifications Required:

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • NRP
  • PALS
• Licensure: Must hold a valid Respiratory Therapist (RT) License/Certification for New Mexico
• State Requirements:

  • Must complete fingerprinting and background check as required by New Mexico Department of Health
  • May start on a 14-day supervised waiver while background check is pending
• Dress Code: Scrubs of any color; no casual or unprofessional attire

Additional Information

• Orientation is held weekly on Mondays
• Travel candidates must live 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff
• Facility employs approximately 300 healthcare workers
• No explicit mention of prior travel experience required

Summary

This is a travel Respiratory Therapist position in a small acute care hospital in Northern New Mexico. The role requires at least 1 year of respiratory therapy experience, current certifications (ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS), and a New Mexico RT license. Candidates must comply with state fingerprinting and background check requirements. The contract length is approximately 13 weeks with a guaranteed 36-hour workweek and weekend shifts every other week or as needed.