Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $3,080 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a pediatric evening shift position requiring 2+ years of PICU/NICU/CCU experience and IL RRT licensure.

Details

• Hospital-based Respiratory Therapy unit serving pediatric patients
• Staff must be able to work 2 of the 4 areas at the facility: NICU, CCU, PICU, and acute care floors
• 10-hour evening shift, 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM
• 40 hours per week over a 13-week assignment
• Every other weekend required
• Staffing ratios based on a points system
• EMR system used is Epic

Requirements

• Active Illinois RRT license required (if applicable), permanent license required at time of consideration
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• NRP certification required for NICU assignments
• Minimum 2+ years of RRT experience in Pediatric Critical Care (PICU/NICU/CCU)
• Recent acute care Pediatric RRT experience (PICU/NICU) within the current year required
• CRT certification will not be accepted
• Travel experience required
• Flu and COVID-19 vaccination documentation with both doses and lot numbers required
• Two professional references required, with at least one from within the past year

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory therapy care to pediatric patients across NICU, CCU, PICU, and acute care units
• Orientation occurs every Monday
• Scrub dress code allows any color, including kid-friendly designs
• First-time travelers may be considered if highly qualified and meeting all other requirements
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate as travelers, except NICU and PICU which enforce a 50-mile radius rule
• Returning employees must have a gap of at least one year since their last assignment
• Returning travelers must have a gap of at least 45 days since their last assignment
• Maximum RTO of 10 days overall, with a 6-day maximum specifically for RRTs, and any RTO must be made up by extending the contract end date

American Traveler Job ID #P-776994. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 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.