Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

American Traveler

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Assignment type: travel

Shift: Nights

Length (weeks): 13

Openings: 1

Start date: 2026-12-14T00:00:00.000Z

$2,035.96/week (estimated advertised weekly pay)

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 4+ years of experience and Epic charting proficiency for a night shift hospital position.

Details

• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 18:30 to 07:00
• Weekend shifts required
• Patient population includes infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
• Works in adult critical care and emergency department settings
• Utilizes Epic for charting
• No on-call requirements
• Orientation sessions held bi-weekly

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS, RRT
• NC license required if applicable
• Epic charting experience required
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• Proficient in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and high frequency oscillator/jet ventilation
• Skilled in airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with medication delivery systems including nebulizers, MDIs, and aerosol setups
• Knowledge of basic EKG and arterial blood gas interpretation
• Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care across a range of patient populations from infants to geriatrics
• Perform ventilator management, weaning, and troubleshooting of high pressure alarms
• Administer a variety of respiratory medications including bronchodilators and inhaled steroids
• Conduct airway suctioning, sputum specimen collection, and tracheostomy management
• Flu vaccination required with no exemptions or declinations accepted
• Attendance policy allows up to three absences per 13-week contract
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Local candidates accepted within 75 miles at a reduced rate
• Candidates with prior permanent employment at this health system must disclose this, and must not have been employed there within the past 6 months
• RTO must be limited to 5-7 days maximum

Hours per week: 36

Hours per shift: 12