Travel Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,243 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Memphis, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with pediatric experience for a night shift travel assignment at a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center children's hospital.

Details

• Children's hospital setting at a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center
• Pediatric respiratory therapy unit
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:00
• Weekend work required as needed
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RRT credential required; CRT not accepted
• Active TN license or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)-compliant license required; no pending licensure accepted; license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric respiratory therapy experience required; 3+ years preferred
• Pediatric setting experience required
• At least one completed prior travel assignment required; first-time travelers are not eligible
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Valid driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of initial consideration; RTO requests submitted after an offer is made will not be forwarded to the facility for approval
• If Thanksgiving, Christmas, and/or New Year's fall within the assignment period, travelers must be willing to work at least 2 of 3 holidays (or 1 of 2 if only 2 holidays fall within the assignment)
• Former permanent employees or internal associates must have been separated from the facility for at least one year before being eligible to return as a traveler
• Vaccination status must be included with your profile submission

American Traveler Job ID #P-717148. 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.