Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,357 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lone Tree, 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 2 years of experience for a night shift travel assignment in a 240-bed acute care hospital in Lone Tree, CO.

Details

• Work in a Respiratory Therapy department at a 240-bed acute care hospital
• Serves a broad patient population across ED, Peds, ICU, NICU, and Med/Surg settings
• Patient load averages 30–40 points per shift
• Primary ventilator used is the Hamilton G5
• Charting is performed in Meditech; prior Meditech experience is preferred
• Night shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• RT plays a central role in NICU and ICU therapy and ventilator liberation, requiring a high degree of autonomy
• Flexible scheduling available

Requirements

• Active RRT credential and licensure required; license required if applicable
• Minimum 6 months of current acute care hospital RRT experience, with experience within the last 6 months
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required (AHA or ARC accepted; no certifications expiring within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• CRT or NBRC credential required
• PICU and/or NICU experience preferred
• SSN (US only) and date of birth required for consideration
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more in the past 12 months
• One professional reference required

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include administering treatments, ventilator setup, assisting with intubation, performing ABGs, and providing patient and staff education
• Staff team consists of 15 RTs with minimum staffing of 3 per shift (day and night)
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Collaborative, team-player personality is a strong fit for this unit

American Traveler Job ID #P-706827. 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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