Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,500 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Austin, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) specializing in Pediatric (PEDS) care is sought for a hospital in Austin, Texas. This position involves working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), with responsibilities including standard respiratory therapy procedures. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of employment.

Job Details:

• Location: Austin, Texas
• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS)
• Shift: 12-hour shifts, nights and days, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Position type: Backfill contract for 13 weeks, 1 available position
• Required Qualifications: Respiratory Therapy certification, valid license, no minimum years of experience required, based in Texas, and be able to work 36 hours per week
• Preferred Qualifications: Adult respiratory experience in an acute care setting, adult critical care or ICU experience, proficiency in standard RT procedures (nebulizers, CPT, arterial blood gases, ventilator management, inhaled nitric oxide, bronchoscopy assistance, intubation assistance, transport with mechanical ventilation)
• Additional Information: This role requires collaboration within the RT department and across disciplines, with work involving the use of GE ventilators, V60 BiPAPs, and Airvo HFNC. The unit maintains a staff of approximately 7-9 RTs per shift under the supervision of a shift leader. Scrub attire includes olive green tops and black pants. The unit is equipped with advanced technology and features a dynamic work environment in a busy NICU setting.

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

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1272401. 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