Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $3,314 per week

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

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

RRT Travel Assignment – NICU (Night Shift)

Position Overview

• Role: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Openings: 2
• Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Schedule: 4x12s (48 hours/week), every other weekend (EOW)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Dates: Any Monday from June 22 – July 20 (latest)

Key Requirements (Must-Have)

• Travel experience required
• NICU experience required (Level III NICU — will be primary unit)
• Neonatal oscillating ventilator experience REQUIRED (must be proficient)
• Minimum 2 years of experience
• Level II Trauma experience required
• Draeger ventilator experience required

Certifications

• BLS
• CRT or RRT
• Active State License
• Additional certs as applicable

Facility Details

• Type: Short-term acute care hospital
• Beds: 426
• Trauma Level: Level II
• Charting: EPIC
• Parking: Free

Work Expectations

• Rotating through all hospital units, including:
  • NICU
  • Pediatrics
• Floating frequency depends on census/staffing
• May be asked to orient students or new hires
• Holidays required as needed

Submission Requirements

• Lotus Cover Sheet
• Resume
• RRT Verification
• Skills Checklist
• Any additional certifications

Candidate Screening Questions (Required Before Submission)

1. Is this your top assignment choice if offered?
2. Are you currently working, and will that role end before this assignment begins?
3. Do you have any schedule restrictions or requests ?
4. In the past 6–12 months , how many days have you missed, been late, or left early? Why?
5. How would your last supervisor describe your attendance and punctuality ?
6. Which facilities have you worked in a Level III or IV NICU , and how often?
7. How frequently have you used neonatal oscillating ventilators ?
8. Experience with high-frequency jet ventilators ?
9. Which facilities have you used a Draeger ventilator , how often, and how recently?
10. Confirm all RTO is final (no changes after offer acceptance)

Quick Highlights for Recruiters

• High-acuity Level III NICU focus
• Requires strong ventilator experience (oscillating + Draeger)
• 48 hours/week = higher pay opportunity
• Floating required across multiple units/campuses

About Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation’s top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.