Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a day shift position requiring at least 1 year of respiratory care experience and prior travel experience.

Details

• Respiratory Care unit setting with DME-related equipment assessments and setup
• Patient ratio of 1:1
• Neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures including apnea monitors, CPAP, Nasal CPAP, BiPAP, and ventilator management
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekend and holiday coverage expected
• Floating required in rotation with facility staff according to clinical experience and facility policy
• Epic charting system experience preferred

Requirements

• Active RRT certification required
• BLS certification required
• MD license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory care experience preferred
• Prior travel experience required
• Skilled in arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation
• Experience caring for infants/children with RSV preferred
• Airway management skills including ETT and NT suctioning
• Tracheostomy care and management experience preferred
• Trach collar and oxygen therapy experience preferred

Additional Information

• Provides basic equipment-related patient assessments and coordinates DME setup
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Local candidates within 50 miles generally not accepted, though exceptions may be made for Respiratory positions at a lower bill rate
• Travelers must separate for at least 90 days after a 1-year assignment before returning
• Former facility employees must be separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Requested time off must be submitted and approved prior to assignment start
• Orientation includes required training modules completed annually