Travel dialysis technician jobs allow you to travel all over the country and take temporary assignments with facilities that need your help. There’s a huge healthcare professional shortage across the nation right now, and many people are turning to travelers to help. Traveling dialysis technicians provide a solution for staffing gaps and enjoy a lot of perks along with the job, including the ability to travel, career flexibility, lots of experience, as well as great pay and benefits. This also means that you have time to explore new locations on your days off and in your free time, which is a huge draw for many professionals looking for adventure. In this blog, we’ll discuss some ways to make sure you really make the most of your free time during travel assignments.
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What are Travel Dialysis Technician Jobs?
Before we get into things you can do on your days off during travel dialysis technician jobs, first let’s talk about what these jobs are. This is a career option for dialysis technicians where they essentially work temporary contracts in facilities that need help for staffing gaps. For instance, in case another tech quits or takes leave. A traveler comes and works in the facility to maintain good staffing ratios while the facility waits for the staff tech’s leave to end or while they work to hire a new tech.
In return, travel technicians can enjoy a lot of advantages to this career path. For one, they often make more than staff dialysis technicians and they get to travel to different places. Our travelers are also in complete control of their career. You choose which assignments to take, when you take time between assignments, and where to go. That ability to choose is a huge selling point for many dialysis professionals.
What to Do On Days Off During Travel Dialysis Technician Jobs?
Now you know exactly what travel dialysis tech jobs are, let’s talk about some ways to make the most of your time off. You’ll often be living in a town or city you’ve never been to and want to really explore and get a good feel for the area. Since most assignments last about 13 weeks, you will have some time off to do some exploring. In some places, this might be easy to do without any direction. However, we do have some tips of what to do to really maximize your time off in a new place:
Make a List of What You Want to Do for Each of Your Travel Dialysis Technician Jobs
One thing that you can do is make a list of all the things you want to do during your travel dialysis technician jobs. Research ahead of time the different activities you want to do, things you want to see, etc. Then, you can create a schedule of when you want to do them. It’s like creating a vacation itinerary to make sure you hit all the high points. One thing to note, though, is you should leave some room for spontaneity and flexibility. You may not feel like doing a particular activity on a certain day, or you might want to just get out and explore and maybe find the perfect hole-in-the-wall spot without a schedule. The schedule is to help you, so don’t feel obligated to stick to it once you get there if you don’t want to.
Go Get Some Fresh Air with Outdoor Activities
When in doubt, try to get some fresh air. Obviously getting out and about is good for your physical and mental health, but it can also help you discover new things. Getting some fresh air can look like just taking a walk around your new town. Depending on the area, it might also include taking a run on the beach, or engaging in a hike. You’ll be amazed how many things you’ll find when you just get out of the house during your travel dialysis technician jobs.
Look at Popular Hobbies for the Area
Some hobbies you can do anywhere, but some really depend on the location. For example, we’ll make a guess that there aren’t many surfers in Kansas. New hobbies are also a great way to make friends and learn more about your new city. So, do some research about what kinds of hobbies are popular near you. For instance, you might want to take up paddle boarding, mountain biking, skiing, or another fun activity.
Ask the Locals What to Do
When you want to know all the best spots, try asking some locals. You’ll probably be working with a lot of them, so this will be easy to do. They can give you direction on whatever you’re looking for, whether you want to know the best spot for pizza or what the best local activities are. You can even get a group together and have them show you all the cool things about their town, which is a good bonding experience.
Hit Up the Local Attractions During Your Travel Dialysis Technician Jobs
Don’t be afraid to do some “touristy” things, too. Practically every city in America has an attraction of some kind, whether it’s the Space Needle in Seattle, the Statue of Liberty in New York, or Venice Beach in L.A. Even less popular destinations will have something to offer, whether it’s a museum, historical place, or something else.
Take a Daycation
On one of your days off, consider taking a daycation. Just because you’re in a particular town or city doesn’t mean you can’t travel to somewhere else. There are usually cool places within a few hours’ drive that have a lot to offer. Make a day of it and explore even more. You might just be able to hit a few national parks or bigger cities with this trick.
Do Some Things at Home, Too
We’ve talked a lot about going out and doing things around the town, but don’t forget to also take some time to be home, too. Some travelers feel guilty spending a day or night at home during travel dialysis technician jobs, since they’re in a new place and traveling. However, it never hurts to take some relaxing time to do a little spa day or catch up on Netflix.
Amazing Experiences Await with AHS RenalStat – A Healthcare Staffing Agency Specializing in Dialysis Staffing
If you’re looking for travel dialysis technician jobs, work with AHS RenalStat! We are one of the top healthcare staffing agencies in the country and specialize specifically in placing qualified dialysis professionals in travel assignments all over the U.S. Our team can help you find jobs based on your goals and assist with everything you need for your assignment. We offer credentialing support, housing support, and other things you need for a smooth transition. Get started now by talking to our recruiters or viewing our job board!
