Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,510 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in San Diego, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in San Diego, California. This position involves providing specialized respiratory care to pediatric patients within a level III neonatal intensive care unit. The role requires assessment, planning, and implementation of therapeutic interventions, as well as interdisciplinary communication to promote optimal patient outcomes.

Job Details:

• Shift Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Three-year recent acute care experience in respiratory care, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) minimum 2 years in level III NICU setting, current California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license, current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications, A.S Degree preferred, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred
• Skills: Respiratory care, patient assessment, planning and implementation of therapeutic care, evaluation of care outcomes, aseptic technique, patient safety, cultural competency, psychosocial needs assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation, computer proficiency, data entry, charge/credit entry, resource management, organization, time management, prioritization
• Experience: Three-year recent acute care experience in respiratory therapy, with at least 2 years in a level III NICU setting
• Additional Information: Position requires effective time and resource management, the ability to adapt to changing workloads, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with the healthcare team. The primary focus is on providing high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care to neonatal patients.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1284321. 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus