Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,756 per week

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Anderson, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We’re hiring an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in Anderson, SC. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment and care for patients with breathing disorders. Responsibilities include delivering intensive respiratory care, patient transport, operating ventilatory equipment, performing arterial punctures, tracheostomy care, suctioning, chest physiotherapy, oximetry and capnography monitoring, 12-lead EKGs and basic arrhythmia recognition, pulmonary function studies, assisting with bronchoscopic and chest tube procedures, mechanical ventilator setup and management, equipment maintenance support, documentation of treatments and patient responses, and participation in shift handoffs and interdisciplinary communication.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current state respiratory care license in good standing.
• One year experience as an RRT.
• BLS certification.
• Experience operating and managing mechanical ventilators and providing invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
• Experience with arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation.
• Experience performing tracheostomy care and endotracheal intubation or assisting with intubation.
• Experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS certification preferred.
• Experience with bronchoscopy and chest tube support preferred.
• Prior experience with capnography and pulmonary function testing preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift pattern: 3x12.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and professionalism. Benefits begin on day one for eligible travel assignments.

• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with this recruiting program, you gain flexibility and stability while contributing to patient care across communities. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts with support for relocation and career planning.

Location Highlights

Anderson, SC is near Lake Hartwell and downtown Anderson's arts and entertainment district. The area offers access to Lake Hartwell within a 20–30 minute drive for boating and fishing, and downtown Anderson provides restaurants, the Anderson Civic Center, and local music venues within a short commute. Outdoor recreation options include the nearby Clemson Experimental Forest and several public parks within 15–25 minutes. The region supports a suburban lifestyle with easy access to I‑85 and regional transit connections for commuting to Greenville or other Upstate destinations.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson HealthPros Job ID #445952. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson HealthPros

Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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