Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics - $2,210 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: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 26 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: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2+ years of experience for a night shift position at a large acute care teaching hospital, requiring Epic proficiency and advanced airway management skills.

Details

• Short-term acute care teaching/trauma facility with 1,259 staffed beds
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Weekends required every third weekend
• Floating within scope of practice to meet facility needs is required
• Epic EMR is used and experience is required
• Advanced airway management procedures include endotracheal tube management/suctioning, extubation, nasal airway suctioning, oral airway placement, oropharyngeal suctioning, sputum specimen collection, and tracheostomy/suctioning
• Medication administration includes Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, Inhaled Flolan, inhaled steroids, Lidocaine, Nitric Oxide (iNO), Pulmicort, racemic epinephrine, and Xopenex
• Medication delivery via aerosol mask setup, aerosol trach setup, and metered dose inhaler
• Nebulizer types used: handheld, T-piece, trach collar, and ultrasonic
• Oxygen therapy includes High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
• Ventilator management includes BiPAP, CPAP, troubleshooting high pressure alarms, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• ABG interpretation is required

Requirements

• Current RRT credential required
• BLS (BCLS) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Valid MO state license required; pending IL license acceptable for IL-based candidates (please note this on your profile if applicable)
• License required if applicable
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Additional Information

• Scrub color: medium to dark gray
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract period; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Former permanent employees of BJC facilities must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travel clinicians may remain on assignment for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required
• Allied travelers may remain on assignment for up to 12 months, after which a 6-month break in service is required
• Monthly parking passes are available at various nearby lots and garages; rates and availability may vary

American Traveler Job ID #P-703728. 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.

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