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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Columbia, South Carolina
Palmetto Health Richland

$1,945-2,322/week

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Certification details

CRT/RRT License in South Carolina
BLS, PALS, NRP certifications must be from AHA or ARC
Certifications must be valid for entire length of assignment and placeholders such as proof of course scheduling or attendance will not be used

Job details

Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Able to commit through to Jan / Feb
Travelers required to work two of three major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day) per facility policy
No time off requests permitted Dec 26–31 to ensure staffing during holiday season
Significant NICU / PICU experience mandatory
Experience in Neonatal/Children's World necessary

Job requirements

3 years' experience in Children's hospital NICU and PICU
CRT/RRT License in South Carolina
BLS, PALS, NRP certifications

Schedule information

Shift times: 0730 - 1930
Weekly Schedule: 3x 12 hour shifts
Shifts available 7 days a week
Weekend work required every other weekend
On-call duties three calls in a 6 week period from 5pm to 8pm

Unit specific information

Significant NICU / PICU experience mandatory

Additional Details

All compliance documents and certifications should be current, and cannot expire within stipulated timeframes
Must carry identification while on duty
Electronic or attestation forms are required for certain certifications and documents

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Short Term Acute Care
575 beds
Epic Systems Corporation

ADDRESS5 Richland Medical Park DrColumbia, SC 29203

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About Columbia, SC

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.

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