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Travel Respiratory Therapist
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

$1,271-1,793/week

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Certification details

BLS - Basic Life Support
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
RRT SC License

Job details

Position/Specialty: Adult RRT- Ashley River Tower
Shift: Will work 3x12hr shifts 7p-7:30a with holidays required
Weekend REQ: Every other weekend
Floating Req to Sister Facilities: No
Experience Required: RRT Adult critical care experience

Job requirements

Years of experience REQ: at least 2 years Critical Care Exp
Certs/Lic Required: NBRC RRT cert, BLS, ACLS
Pending State License accepted: RRT SC license must be in hand at time of start

Schedule information

Guaranteed Hours: Facility allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks

Additional Details

All RTO must be included at time of submission. Approval will be based on manager/units needs.

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Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

3.7rating(59 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

3.0rating

Pros

Teaching hospital, in Charleston SC, amount of needed travelers and cafeteria has lots of options.

Cons

Parking!!!! Low pay. TRAFFIC. Staff can be hard to interact with.

Anonymous

Registered Respiratory Therapist (Allied Health Professional)

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Review of Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital on Nov 14, 2024

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Short Term Acute Care
467 beds
Epic Systems Corporation

ADDRESS171 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425

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About Charleston, SC

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

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.

Transportation

Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.

Demographics

Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.

Things to Do

Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.

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