Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,423 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with at least 1 year of experience for a night shift position at a hospital-based respiratory therapy department in Golden, CO.

Details

• Hospital-based Respiratory Therapy department
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (36 hours/week)
• Floating to other departments may be required based on business need
• On-call during regularly scheduled shifts may be required
• Epic EMR used for charting
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Graduate of an NBRC-accredited Respiratory Therapist program required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
• Active Colorado Respiratory Therapy license (DORA) required — license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required — must not expire prior to start
• DOB and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration
• 2 professional references required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provides advanced-level respiratory care including diagnostic testing, arterial blood gas collection, ventilator management, and medication administration
• Acts as a resource, mentor, and consultant to CRT staff and other clinical team members
• Communicates patient progress and recommendations to physicians, nurses, and other departments
• Participates in quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and departmental meetings
• Educates patients and families on self-care techniques and health promotion
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from any Intermountain facility for at least 1 year to be eligible for a travel assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-713110. 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 - Registered RT/RRT

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.

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