Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,845 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) position in a healthcare setting. This role involves performing respiratory therapy procedures and quality control activities, including weekly machine blow into testing using prior pulmonary function test (PFT) experience. The position requires adherence to clinical protocols and delivering high-quality respiratory care.

Job Details:

• Shift: Days
• Schedule: 8-hour shifts, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
• Start Date: 09/21/2026
• End Date: 12/19/2026
• Required Qualifications: Certification as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT), prior PFT experience, ability to perform quality control procedures, and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with respiratory machine quality control and weekly testing procedures.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: Candidates must be able to perform weekly quality control tests by blowing into machines, demonstrating competency in respiratory therapy procedures and equipment maintenance.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1309222. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus