Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,600 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Farmington, New Mexico.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:

Respiratory Therapist (Registered) position in Farmington, New Mexico. This role is based at a busy critical care unit within a level III trauma center, providing respiratory therapy services across a diverse patient population from newborns to geriatrics. The position involves working night shifts, delivering specialized respiratory care, and supporting various medical teams in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night Shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, minimum of 36 hours per week


• Required Qualifications: NM state licensure, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification, BLS, ACLS, minimum of 2 years of critical care or pediatric respiratory experience, two-year Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy


• Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric care experience, critical care or ICU experience, familiarity with respiratory modalities such as Vapotherm, BiPAP, Bubble CPAP, and other advanced respiratory equipment


• Additional Information: Occasional need for general pediatric care. The unit features 194 beds and utilizes Cerner EHR system. Responsibilities include managing varied respiratory conditions, supporting Rapid Response and Stroke Teams, and ensuring patient safety across all age groups.


• Location: 801 West Maple Street, Farmington, New Mexico, 87401

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance


• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage


• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage


• Competitive salaries


• Referral bonuses


• Travel reimbursement


• 401(k) retirement plan


• Direct deposit/free checking


• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1284449. 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus