Travel Respiratory Therapist - ECMO - $3,979 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with ECMO experience for a rotating days/nights pediatric-focused role at a large-volume academic children's hospital.

Details

• Work in a high-volume pediatric and adult ECMO program at an academic children's hospital
• Primary focus on pediatric ECMO patients who are stable on ECMO
• Patient population includes congenital heart disease, congenital diaphragmatic hernias, and respiratory failure
• Pediatric patient ratio is 1:1, occasionally 1:2; adult ratio is 1:3 with remote monitoring and rounding care model
• Rotating day and night shifts (3x12-hour shifts); days run 7:00–19:00, nights run 19:00–7:00
• 2 weekends required per 4-week departmental scheduling period
• No call or floating required
• Epic EMR — experience required

Requirements

• Current RRT certification and BLS required
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• ECMO experience required
• Prior experience at an urban or academic medical center required
• Epic EMR experience required
• 2 professional references from a manager or supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration — charge RNs are not acceptable references
• Flu shot required; no exemptions accepted
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are accepted, provided they have prior ECMO specialist experience at an urban or academic medical center
• Candidates who have been employed by this facility within the last 12 months are not eligible to apply
• All time-off or scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial consideration
• Flu shot deadline will be communicated by the compliance team if applicable and in season

American Traveler Job ID #P-728472. 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 - Pediatric 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.