Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,390 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Portland, Maine.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 3+ years of experience for a night shift travel assignment at a Level 1 trauma, tertiary teaching hospital in Portland, ME.

Details

• Night shift hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 26-week travel contract
• Works across the entire facility as part of a team of 14–16 RRTs
• Patient population is varied, including adult acute care, critical care, NICU, PICU, and ED
• Patient ratios: 1:25 for acute care, 1:8 for critical care
• Ventilators and equipment used: Dräger V500 and VN500, Hamilton T1 and C1, Respironics V30 and V60, Trilogy line, Airvo, and Vapotherm
• EMR: Epic
• Schedule includes working every other weekend
• Call rotation required, approximately one call shift per month with a 2-hour call-in requirement for the oncoming shift
• Floating required between NICU/PICU, acute care pediatrics, ED, and adult acute and critical care settings
• Float policy includes travel between facilities within a 25-mile radius as needed

Requirements

• RRT credential required
• Minimum 3 years of respiratory therapy experience
• Experience in a tertiary, academic teaching hospital required
• Level 1 trauma center experience required
• Experience in NICU/PICU, acute care pediatrics, adult acute care, critical care, and ED required
• BLS required
• ACLS preferred
• NRP required for NICU assignments
• Epic EMR experience
• Driver's license required for consideration
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• 2 professional references required for consideration
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Preferred experience includes NICU/PICU and cardiothoracic respiratory care
• Scrubs are provided or flexible
• Only approved RTO documented in the contract is guaranteed; additional schedule requests, specific shifts, or time off outside of contractual RTO cannot be accommodated
• Candidates residing within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility (including residents of Maine or New Hampshire) are considered local and may be subject to a different pay rate; local travelers are not eligible for renewals or extensions
• Candidates who have worked at any MaineHealth facility within the past 12 months should disclose this information
• Use of AirPods, laptops, and cell phones on the unit is prohibited
• Travel pairs or groups are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-727893. 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: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

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.