Local Contract Respiratory Therapist - $47-51 per hour

Host Healthcare, Inc.

Detroit (MI)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

School loan reimbursement

Vision benefits

Wellness and fitness programs

Company provided housing options

License and certification reimbursement

Life insurance

Medical benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Pet insurance

Discount program

Employee assistance programs

Guaranteed Hours

Health savings account

Holiday Pay

401k retirement plan

Continuing Education

Dental benefits

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a local contract Respiratory Therapist for a position in Detroit, Michigan. The role requires working 36 hours per week with 12-hour night shifts for a duration of 13 weeks. Key responsibilities include providing respiratory care and therapy, monitoring patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals on treatment plans. Benefits include Day 1 medical coverage, 401K matching, and housing support, among others.

Qualifications

Experience in respiratory therapy in an acute care setting.
Strong communication skills for effective collaboration.
Ability to work night shifts and handle emergencies.

Responsibilities

Provide respiratory care and therapy to patients.
Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatments as needed.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals for patient care.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Host Healthcare is seeking a local contract Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Detroit, Michigan.

Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 03/24/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Local Contract

Host Healthcare Job ID #La1fVX000002saGfYAI. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About Host Healthcare

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on‑staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

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