Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Job

Respiratory Therapist Position

We're hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local hospital in Decatur, GA. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders. This role supports patient care in an acute hospital environment and requires clinical proficiency with respiratory therapy protocols and equipment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor's degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current state respiratory therapist license in good standing with the State License Board.
• One year experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• BLS certification.
• Experience working in a hospital/acute care setting.
• Familiarity with mechanical ventilators and arterial blood gas interpretation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced certifications such as ACLS or CRT, preferred.
• Experience with critical care or trauma patients, preferred.
• Prior experience working night shifts, preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift schedule: 3x12 NOC (night) shifts.
• Shift hours: 0000–2400 (12-hour night coverage).
• Assignment location: Decatur, GA hospital setting.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

We value your commitment to improving the lives of others, therefore we offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

As a health professional with our organization, you gain flexibility, stability, and growth while impacting communities. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts in cities nationwide. Travel contracts provide full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance at no cost to you. Use our AI-enhanced career tools to find appropriate matches for your career goals.

Decatur, GA offers a suburban community with access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation. Downtown Decatur features a historic courthouse square and a variety of restaurants and breweries within a short drive of Atlanta. The city is approximately 8 miles east of downtown Atlanta and provides convenient access to Stone Mountain Park and the Chattahoochee River for hiking and paddling. Commuting options include MARTA rail service within a short drive and multiple regional highways for 20–30 minute trips to major Atlanta attractions, museums, and professional sports venues.

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.