Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Job in Albuquerque, NM | Nights (3x12)
UNM Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
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Registered Respiratory Therapist in Albuquerque, NM
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$1,940
Specialty
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Travel · Allied
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
11/16
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This travel Registered Respiratory Therapist job in Albuquerque, NM with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Registered Respiratory Therapist contract at UNM Hospital. This role pays $1,940 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: UNM Hospital
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Location: Albuquerque, NM 87106 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (3x12)
- EMR System: Cerner
Responsibilities
- Assess respiratory status and deliver ordered therapies, including aerosolized medications and oxygen management, across assigned units
- Set up, monitor, and manage mechanical ventilators, supporting weaning per physician orders and facility protocol
- Draw and analyze arterial blood gases per facility protocol
- Respond to rapid responses and codes, providing airway support and assisting with intubation when assigned
Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent Registered Respiratory Therapist experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by New Mexico and national regulatory bodies.
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FAQs – Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs Near Albuquerque, NM
What credentials do travel RRT jobs require?
Travel RRT jobs generally require an active NBRC RRT credential, BLS, and a state respiratory care license where required. Additional requirements may include ACLS for adult critical care, PALS for pediatrics, or an NRP provider card for neonatal care. Specialized positions may also specify NPS or ACCS as preferred or required credentials.
How much critical care experience do I need for a travel RRT assignment?
Facilities often look for recent experience working independently in the type of respiratory care environment they are staffing. For hospital assignments, that may mean a strong background in acute or critical care and confidence managing a full respiratory workload with limited orientation. Travelers should be specific about the units, acuity levels, and level of independence in their recent experience.
Can my adult RRT experience qualify me for pediatric or neonatal travel jobs?
Not automatically. Pediatric and neonatal respiratory care typically require recent experience with those patient populations in addition to the appropriate credentials. Facilities may look closely at how recently you have worked with pediatric or neonatal patients and whether that experience matches the acuity of the assignment.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Explore Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque, NM spreads across the Rio Grande Valley beneath the Sandia Mountains, combining a large regional healthcare market with high-desert living. Hospital and outpatient care includes diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, respiratory services, and surgical care for patients from across central New Mexico. The city's bosque trail system follows the Rio Grande and offers miles of relatively flat walking and biking away from busy streets. Albuquerque sits at a higher elevation than many visitors expect, and the dry climate can take time to adjust to. Housing location also matters because the metro covers a wide area on both sides of the river. Mountain views, desert light, and easy access to outdoor space give the city a setting that feels distinctly Southwestern.
Travel Allied Health Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist · Albuquerque, NM · $1,940 /wk