Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,955 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Pendleton, Oregon.

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 Registered (RT PEDS) specializing in pediatric and neonatal care is needed at a critical access hospital located in Oregon. This role involves providing critical respiratory treatments and managing ventilator devices across the entire hospital. The position requires adaptability to variable shifts, independent work, and strong prioritization skills to ensure high-quality patient care.

Job Details:

• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) via NBRC. The candidate must hold a Oregon license to submit.
• Experience or 'Must have' skills: A minimum of 2 years' experience, including proficiency with bubble continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), arterial blood gases (ABGs), ventilator, BiPAP, and CPAP management on newborns.
• Responsibilities: Performing breathing treatments such as vent, BiPAP, CPAP, bubble CPAP on neonates, administering breathing treatments, ECGs, ABGs, and assisting with intubation (assist only).
• Coverage: The role encompasses the entire hospital, mainly focusing on the Emergency Department, Medical/Surgical units, and Critical Care Units.
• Additional notes: The ability to move quickly and prioritize effectively is essential. Staff walk approximately 6-8 miles during a shift, so physical stamina and teamwork are critical. RTs are responsible for daily shift checks, procedures, and billing. The hospital has a hospitalist on site, with an average of 1-2 vent days per month, currently running 5-7 vent days per month.
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours each, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Start Date: August 03, 2026
• Location: 2801 St Anthony Way, Pendleton, Oregon 97801

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 #1286384. 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