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American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Miami, Florida.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Apr 13, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2 years of acute care experience for a day shift NICU/PICU position at a Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma center in Miami, FL.
Details- NICU/PICU Respiratory Therapy unit within a 447-bed tertiary care and teaching facility
- Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma center, Level 3 NICU, and Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center
- Equipment used includes high flow devices, 3100A oscillators, Bunnell ventilators, Servo ventilators, continuous nebulizers, Nitric Oxide, Heliox, and standard nebulizers
- Documentation system: Meditech (experience preferred)
- Day shift, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- May float to adult floors to provide nebulizer therapy, BiPAP, CPT, and similar treatments
- 13-week contract
- Active RRT license and certification required (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years of current acute care hospital RRT experience
- Current NICU/PICU experience strongly preferred
- Active experience within the last 6 months in the role
- Certifications required: BLS, NRP, PALS, and ACLS (AHA or ARC accepted; no certifications expiring within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
- US SSN and DOB required for consideration — no exceptions
- Two professional references required
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — no local candidates accepted
- Provide respiratory treatment, care, and evaluation for neonatal and pediatric patients with respiratory conditions using advanced technologies and medication delivery
- Department is structured with a Director, Manager, and one Supervisor/Charge Therapist per shift alongside regular staff
- Multidisciplinary, collaborative approach to patient care is expected
- Ideal candidates are team players with strong critical thinking skills, a patient-focused mindset, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- Required scrub color: Light Gray (Silver)
American Traveler Job ID #P-691610. 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: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT
About American TravelerWith over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
Salary : $1,511