Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,916 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 6 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 6 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2+ years of adult critical care experience for a night shift position at a short-term acute care hospital in Missouri.

Details

• 442-bed short-term acute care hospital
• Unit includes a 30-bed MICU and 10-bed Cardiac ICU; ER is not a trauma center
• Adult critical care patient population including ARDS and pneumonia cases
• Works alongside 5–7 therapists per night shift
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:00–06:30
• Every third weekend required
• No on-call required
• No floating within or to sister facilities
• Special equipment includes Servo U/Avea Ventilators, V60/ResMed, IPV, BiWaze Cough Assist, Vest, Versapap, and Aerobika
• Medication system: Pyxis
• Charting: Epic (experience preferred)
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

Requirements

• Current RRT credential required
• Current BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• Valid Missouri state license required; license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of adult critical care experience
• Proficiency in airway management devices and suctioning
• Experience with ARDS and pneumonia patient care
• Medication administration experience required
• Experience with aerosol setup (mask/trach), metered dose inhalers, and nebulizers (cold/handheld/trach collar)
• Oxygen therapy and ventilator management experience required
• ABG interpretation, basic EKG reading, chest physiotherapy, and arterial blood gas drawing required
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Additional Information

• Scrub color: Ceil Blue
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO during the first week of orientation
• Travelers may remain at this facility for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required
• Former permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to this facility as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-724889. 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 - Registered RT/RRT

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.