Travel Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Montgomery, Alabama.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level III NICU position requiring at least 2 years of level 3 NICU experience.

Details

• Level III NICU within a Level II Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center
• Cares for NICU patients as well as adult patients throughout the hospital
• Patient ratios vary based on staffing needs
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• Voluntary on-call schedule
• Floats to like units/patient locations, including adult units
• Uses Cerner EMR, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
• Works with PB 840, PB 980, Drager VN500, LTV, and Airvo ventilators, as well as 3100A oscillators

Requirements

• BLS and NRP certifications required for NICU
• ACLS/APLS certifications preferred
• RRT preferred, CRT considered with at least 2 years of experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Level 3 NICU required
• Experience with ground transports and Nitric Oxide administration required, transport experience preferred
• Must be able to work independently in a Level 3 NICU
• Adult general and critical care skills required
• Cerner or Epic EMR experience required for first-time travelers
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• First-time travelers considered with at least 2 years of Level 3 NICU experience and Cerner or Epic EMR experience
• Travelers with only 1 year of experience will not be accepted
• New or returning travelers (gone 1+ years) receive 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours on the unit
• Rehire orientation length depends on last date worked at facility
• One major and one minor seasonal holiday coverage expected per policy
• Up to 7 days of time off can be pre-approved, excluding facility blackout dates
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Free parking provided in parking deck
• 60-mile radius rule applies;
  local candidates withinthis radius are not eligible
• Former staff must wait 6 months after separation before being considered as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-764460. 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 - NICU 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.