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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric ICU Travel Job in Columbus, Ohio

Explore a rewarding travel respiratory therapist opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, supporting pediatric intensive care, neonatal, and adult patients in a high-acuity hospital setting. This on-site Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) contract offers experienced clinicians the opportunity to provide advanced respiratory care for complex pulmonary and critical care cases.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric ICU
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel respiratory therapy contract
• Contract Duration: November 23, 2026, through February 22, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930–$2,080
• Schedule: Day shifts, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Shifts: Three 12-hour shifts per week; weekend coverage may be required based on unit needs
• Work Setting: On-site pediatric intensive care and respiratory therapy services
• Floating: Required to CTICU, NICU, pulmonary, general, and emergency department areas
• Orientation: 36 hours

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of registered respiratory therapy experience required; approximately 2 years of experience preferred
• Current Ohio Respiratory Therapist license in hand
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Current BLS and PALS certifications
• Recent pediatric critical care or pediatric ICU experience, including the ability to care for high- and low-acuity patients
• Experience caring for patients across the age spectrum, from neonates through adults
• Demonstrated experience with Hamilton ventilators; this is a required equipment competency
• Epic charting experience required
• Ability and willingness to float among multiple critical care and general respiratory care areas
• Two professional supervisory references required, with at least one reference from a manager or supervisor

Registered Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care for pediatric intensive care patients with complex pulmonary, traumatic, and critical conditions
• Care for neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults, including long-term tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent patients
• Manage and troubleshoot mechanical ventilation, including Hamilton ventilators, pressure and volume ventilation, high-frequency oscillation, and ventilator alarms
• Perform or assist with intubation, extubation, airway placement, tracheostomy care, suctioning, and airway maintenance
• Administer and manage aerosolized and inhaled therapies, including bronchodilators, corticosteroids, nitric oxide, and racemic epinephrine
• Provide CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, T-piece, trach collar, and other prescribed respiratory support
• Interpret arterial blood gases and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate and adjust respiratory treatment plans
• Perform pulmonary hygiene, chest physiotherapy, vest therapy, sputum collection, and other respiratory interventions
• Float to assigned units according to patient and staffing needs while maintaining safe, high-quality respiratory care
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in Epic

Columbus is a vibrant, welcoming city known for its cultural attractions, outdoor spaces, and strong healthcare and education communities. Apply now for this pediatric ICU travel respiratory therapist job in Columbus, Ohio.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.