Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Overview
Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States
Start date: 09/14/2026
Duration: 16 weeks
Weekly pay: $1,621-$1,633 per week
Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
Shift: 2x3 days
Setting: Hospital, Travel - Temporary Assignment
This opening is a travel position managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC. The assignment requires working in a hospital setting with a schedule that supports travel needs and clinical coverage across shifts. There is a holiday coverage requirement as described below.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,621-$1,633 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 16 weeks
- Shift: 2x3 days
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Travel assignment with no local candidates within 50 miles
- Holiday coverage: must work two major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day) and one minor holiday (the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, or New Year's Eve)
- Setting: hospital-based respiratory care with diversified patient care

Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive respiratory care per physician orders, including assessment, treatment, and documentation of responses.
- Manage ventilator support, adjust settings per protocol, monitor patient status, and collaborate with the medical team on weaning and escalation plans.
- Administer inhaled therapies, chest physiotherapy, airway clearance techniques, and oxygen therapy; monitor effectiveness and adjust as needed.
- Perform arterial blood gas collection and analysis when indicated; interpret results and communicate findings to the care team.
- Assist with patient assessment, participate in care planning, and ensure safety, infection control, and equipment maintenance.
- Document interventions accurately, maintain equipment readiness, and respond to changes in patient condition in a timely manner.

Requirements
- Active Georgia RRT license and NBRC RRT credential
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (American Heart Association)
- Minimum 2 years of recent respiratory care experience within the specialty
- Ability to work in a hospital setting on a travel assignment, with a schedule that includes 2x3 days and holiday coverage
- Geographic restriction: No local candidates within 50 miles; willingness to travel as required

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Guaranteed hours during the contract period
- Travel coordination and scheduling assistance

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today's travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.