Local Contract Respiratory Therapist - NICU - $49 per hour

American Traveler is seeking a local contract Registered Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Macon, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a Level 3 NICU day shift position requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and proficiency in both neonatal and adult critical care.

Details

• Primary work setting is a Level 3 NICU within a hospital environment
• Neonatal patient population with gestational age >22 weeks, including high-risk, low-volume bedside procedures
• Responsibilities require proficiency in neonatal intubation, arterial blood sampling, and airway management, as well as adult critical care skills including intubation and arterial line insertion
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call required
• Floating within hospital scope of practice and to a sister facility as needed

Requirements

• RRT credential required — CRT not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of NICU or critical care respiratory therapy experience
• Proficiency in neonatal intubation, arterial blood gas sampling, and high-risk bedside procedures required
• Adult critical care skills including intubation, airway management, and arterial line insertion required
• Active professional licensure required at time of consideration
• Copies of all certifications listed in the position description required for consideration
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Local candidates are accepted
• RTO is capped at 7 days; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• Holiday coverage policy: if one or two major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work all of them; if three major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work two of them
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• Travelers must have been away from all facilities within this health system for a minimum of 1 full year before returning as a traveler
• No schedule change requests or alternate shift requests are permitted — the posted shift is firm
• Candidates undergo a clinical review process to assess clinical fit prior to manager consideration
• Full compliance with onboarding requirements must be completed on time to avoid orientation schedule delays

American Traveler Job ID #P-724384L. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU RT

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.