Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a travel assignment in Hilo, Hawaii. Start date: 08/31/2026, for 15 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,016–$2,107 per week. No guaranteed hours. Shift: three 12-hour night shifts. Setting: hospital-based patient care. Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,016–$2,107 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0
- Contract duration: 15 weeks
- Shift: Night shift, three 12-hour shifts per week (3x12)
- Start date: 08/31/2026
- Setting: Hospital-based respiratory care

Responsibilities
- Provide continuous airway management for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients, including ventilator and non-invasive ventilation support.
- Monitor patient status, adjust ventilator settings, troubleshoot alarms, and collaborate with the care team on respiratory care plans.
- Administer prescribed respiratory therapies and medications; document patient response and progress.
- Respond to emergencies, perform CPR, and support code teams with airway management as needed.
- Operate and maintain respiratory care equipment (ventilators such as V60, PB 980/PB 840; ParaPac transport vent) and ensure accurate computerized charting and supply use.
- Participate in physician rounds and consultations to optimize patient outcomes and plan of care.

Requirements
- Hawaii State Respiratory Therapy License (RRT not required but strongly preferred)
- BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications are required
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist
- Ability to care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patient populations
- RRT preferred; NRP preferred
- Must arrive the Thursday before the start date to complete employee health clearance (flu vaccination or approved exception required prior to contract start)

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 travel support during the assignment
- Ongoing assignment coordination and on-call support
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Assignment-specific support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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