Travel NICU/PICU Respiratory Therapist - $2,127 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with 5+ years of NICU/PICU experience at a Level 1 trauma facility for a 13-week inpatient NICU/PICU travel assignment in Boston, MA.

Details

• Inpatient NICU/PICU setting at a Level 1 trauma facility
• NICU and PICU patient population, including critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients
• Day shift, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week (7:00a–7:30p)
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Every other holiday rotation required
• Participation on Code Blue team
• Experience with lung protective ventilation strategies required
• Drager XL and V500 ventilators experience preferred
• Level III NICU experience preferred

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of recent NICU and PICU critical care experience
• Level 1 trauma facility experience required
• RRT certification required
• BLS required
• MA Respiratory Care license required (license required if applicable)
• NRP required
• NPS and/or ACCS preferred
• Familiarity with lung protective ventilation required
• Ability to make independent ventilator decisions based on patient assessment and laboratory results
• Permanent residence must be 30 or more miles from the facility
• 2 professional references required: at least one must be from a manager-level or above (not a supervisor), must include a performance evaluation; one must be within the last 12 months and the other within 3 years; references from other travelers are not accepted

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory therapy services to critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients in NICU and PICU settings
• Participate as a member of the Code Blue team
• Make independent ventilator management decisions based on patient assessments and lab results
• One reference from a prior travel or temporary assignment is preferred

American Traveler Job ID #P-712356. 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 - 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.

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