Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,705 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Salem, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
The Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) position is located in Salem, Virginia. This role involves providing respiratory therapy services in a healthcare facility, focusing on pediatric patient care. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of employment.

Job Details

• Location: Salem, Virginia
• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, rotating weekends
• Required Qualifications: Certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS); no experience or additional education requirements specified.
• Additional Information: The role involves performing procedures such as blood gases analysis, CPT treatments, nocturnal pulse oximetry, and bedside ABG obtainment. Experience with Bipap management, ventilator management, extubation, and use of equipment like EPOC Blood Gases, PB 840, Newport, ReVel, LTV, V60 is essential. Typical unit includes 500+ beds with approximately 30 staff members. The unit covers areas such as CICU, SICU, MICU, and step-down units. The dress code is royal blue scrubs.

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

Posted Date: 2026-06-02

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1248171. 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: 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