Travel Contract

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Columbia, South Carolina
Palmetto Health Richland

$1,797-2,056/week
Posted 14 hours ago  Verified
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Common job information

    Certification details
  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure
    Job details
  • Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
  • Travelers are required to work two major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
  • Significant NICU / PICU experience is required. Only significant experience in the Neonatal / Children's World will be considered.
  • Shift times: 0730 - 1930.
  • Schedule: Mon to Fri, 3x 12 hour shifts per week, every other weekend.
  • On-call requirement: Three calls in a 6 week period from 5pm to 8pm.
    Job requirements
  • CRT/RRT License in South Carolina
  • BLS - Basic Life Support (Certification must not expire within 30 days of start)
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (Required for Pediatric Units, ER, and PACU)
  • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure (Required for NICU and L&D)
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a children's hospital setting
    Additional Details
  • Proof of I9 or Attestation required.
  • Driver's License required ASAP for computer access.
  • E-Verify authorization required.
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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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