Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,358 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a Level 1 trauma teaching hospital, requiring critical care experience and advanced ventilator management skills for a night shift assignment.

Details

• Level 1 trauma center and teaching hospital setting with 400+ beds
• Work in adult critical care units and the Emergency Department
• Patient background includes trauma, neuro, medical, cardiac, and surgical ICUs
• 12-hour night shift schedule with every other weekend required
• 2 call shifts required along with a holiday commitment
• On-call availability required as necessary
• Uses Hamilton G5, C6, T1, MR1, Philips EV300, and INO ventilators
• EPIC EMR used

Requirements

• Respiratory Therapist License required if applicable
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Critical care, Level 1 trauma, and teaching hospital experience required
• Proficient in advanced ventilator management including esophageal balloons, PV loop interpretations, driving pressure assessment, and best PEEP maneuvers
• MA license required in hand
• Flu vaccine documentation required during flu season

Additional Information

• Provide advanced respiratory care to critically ill adult patients across multiple ICU specialties
• Weekly orientation held on Mondays
• Pass/Fail Tele/ECG and Medication testing required for certain campus locations
• COVID vaccine plus booster and flu vaccine required, with medical exemptions allowed
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility will not be accepted
• Previous employees or travelers with Beth Israel Lahey Health must have a 6-month break before returning
• All RTO requests must be presented at time of consideration
• First-time travelers not specified as accepted or excluded

American Traveler Job ID #P-755146. 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 - 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.