Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,110 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of NICU and/or PICU experience for a day shift position at a Level I trauma children's acute care teaching hospital.

Details

• Children's acute care teaching hospital setting with 400 staffed beds
• Works within the Respiratory Care/RRT unit
• Patient population includes NICU and pediatric critical care patients
• Services Emergency Department, NICU, Pediatric Critical Care, and Pediatrics
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hour shifts from 7:00 to 19:30
• Weekend work required every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• No floating outside of scope required, though travelers will float within service line
• Uses EPIC charting system
• 13-week assignment length

Requirements

• Active RRT certification required
• BLS certification required
• NRP and PALS certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• NICU and/or PICU experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Level I Trauma experience preferred
• EPIC charting experience required
• Experience with ventilator management including CPAP, BiPAP, and high frequency oscillator
• Skilled in airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with medication delivery systems and administration including aerosol setups and nebulizers
• Ability to interpret Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
• First-time travelers accepted
• Valid MO state license required at time of consideration, or MO/compact license
• IL license in hand required at time of consideration, pending IL license acceptable with notation
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care services to pediatric patients including neonatal and critical care populations
• Perform ventilator management, weaning, and troubleshooting of high pressure alarms
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and airway management procedures
• Scrub colors are flexible or facility-branded apparel may be worn
• Candidates must have facial hair compliant with respirator fit testing standards or be willing to shave
• Local candidates accepted, though standard travelers must reside outside a 75-mile radius for extended stay eligibility
• Maximum of 2 RTO requests per contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of assignment
• Returning permanent BJC employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Standard travelers may stay up to 18 months with a required 3-month break in service afterward

American Traveler Job ID #P-762724. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT

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.