Travel Respiratory Care Practitioner - $2,595 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Care Practitioner for a travel job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• 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: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) for a pediatric respiratory care unit requiring Level I experience and previous work in a children's-only hospital preferred.

Details

• Work in the Respiratory Care department providing services across all appropriate age levels
• Day shift, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week, 36 hours per week
• 26-week contracts with guaranteed 48 hours per week
• Level I experience required
• Previous work in a children's only hospital preferred

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved Respiratory Care Program
• Licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (license required if applicable)
• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Current BLS (AHA) required upon hire
• ACLS (AHA) required within 3 months of hire
• RRT credential required within 12 months of hire
• Minimum of 1 year of experience required
• Two years of respiratory care experience in a critical care setting preferred
• NIHSS certification required
• AHA-issued certifications only

Additional Information

• Administer therapeutic treatments as prescribed by attending medical staff
• Document treatment information and patient responses in the computerized medical record
• Serve as a resource person to medical staff
• Perform invasive and noninvasive diagnostic testing and monitoring of patients
• Provide age-appropriate patient care
• Maintain and clean respiratory equipment and therapy records
• Serve as part of the quick response team for cardiac and respiratory arrests
• Does not accept local candidates within a 50-mile radius
• Returning workers may extend only once for a total of 26 weeks and require a 6-month separation before reapplying
• Facility strictly enforces compliance deadlines and does not allow push starts

American Traveler Job ID #P-761276. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT

About American Traveler

With 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.