Travel Adult Critical Care Respiratory Therapist - $1,744 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• 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: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with at least 2 years of adult critical care experience for a night shift travel assignment at a Magnet-designated, Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital in Charleston, SC.

Details

• Work in a large academic teaching hospital with nearly 200 beds, including a Cardiovascular ICU (21 beds) and a Medical-Surgical ICU (18 beds)
• Cardiovascular ICU patients include post-op cardiac, thoracic, and complex vascular surgery, heart and lung transplant, durable LVAD, temporary mechanical circulatory support, ECMO, IABP, Impella, complex cardiology, post cardiac arrest, acute MI, and decompensated heart failure
• Medical-Surgical ICU patients include mixed medical and abdominal surgical cases such as ARDS, septic shock, hematologic and oncologic emergencies, GI hemorrhage, pulmonary hypertension, and perforated viscus
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage is required
• No on-call required
• Floating may occur to the main hospital adult population, which uses the same policies, equipment, and charting; no floating to sister facilities
• Charting via Epic
• Caribbean Blue scrubs required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• NBRC RRT certification required; CRT will also be considered
• SC Respiratory Care Provider (RCP) license must be in hand at time of start
• Active BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA only)
• Minimum 2 years of adult critical care experience required
• Prior travel assignment experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• SSN and Driver's License required for consideration
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• This is a Magnet-designated, Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching hospital with 865 staffed beds
• Candidates residing within 60 miles of the facility are considered local; local candidates may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Previous permanent or PRN staff at any MUSC location must have been separated from the system for at least 1 year before being eligible to work as a traveler
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of consideration; approval is based on manager and unit needs
• Online modules are completed prior to the start of the assignment
• Travelers should be aware that during hurricane season (June–November), all employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams; peak activity months are August and September
• Parking is free on nights and weekends; a one-time $20 fee applies for a parking pass

American Traveler Job ID #P-710706. 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: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

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.