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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Job in Galesburg, Illinois

Take your respiratory therapy skills to an acute-care hospital in Galesburg, Illinois. This 13-week travel contract is an opportunity for an experienced Respiratory Therapist to care for patients with a range of respiratory needs, including COPD, asthma, influenza, COVID-19, and other common respiratory illnesses. The department provides 24/7 respiratory therapy coverage and uses a variety of ventilators and high-flow oxygen systems.

Galesburg offers a welcoming small-city atmosphere in west-central Illinois, with local parks, historic character, and convenient access to community amenities.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Location: Galesburg, Illinois
• Setting: Acute-care hospital; Level II trauma
• Assignment: 13-week travel contract, November 11, 2026–February 10, 2027
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,830–$1,970
• Hours: 40 guaranteed hours per week, excluding orientation
• Shift: Schedule includes two 12-hour shifts and two 8-hour shifts; assignments are based on department needs
• Shift Duration: 12-hour day shift designation; schedule also includes 8-hour shifts
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend, including Saturday and Sunday
• Holiday Rotation: Every other rotation for the six major holidays
• Call: None
• Charting: Epic

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of respiratory therapy experience
• Current Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license, or confirmation that the application process has been initiated
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Ability to work the required weekend and holiday rotations

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Assess patients and provide respiratory care in an acute-care hospital setting.
• Support patients with respiratory conditions such as COPD, asthma, COVID-19, and influenza.
• Provide respiratory support using equipment that may include PB980 and Trilogy EV300 ventilators, V60 ventilators, and high-flow systems such as Vapotherm.
• Monitor patient response to respiratory interventions and communicate relevant changes to the care team.
• Document care and clinical information in Epic.

Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist travel contract in Galesburg, Illinois.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.