Travel Respiratory Therapist - PICU - $2,282 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Anchorage, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• 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: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 4+ years of experience for a PICU night shift position at an acute care Magnet hospital in Alaska.

Details

• Acute care Magnet hospital with 152 staffed beds
• PICU unit serving a high-acuity patient population including trauma, CCU, floor therapy, Level 2 ER, PICU, and NICU cases
• Patient diagnoses include respiratory therapy across Level 2 ER, PICU, NICU, CCU, and floor therapy settings
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Specialized equipment includes Servo U, V60 ventilator, and High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
• Charting in Cerner EMR
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:00), with possibility to fill in day shifts if necessary
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required within scope to meet facility needs across CCU, Flex Unit, SDU, PEDS, PICU, PCU, and FBS
• No on-call required
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• Minimum 4 years of respiratory therapy experience required
• PICU, NICU, and Adult ICU experience preferred
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, CRT, NRP, PALS, RRT
• Cerner EMR experience
• Prior travel assignment required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Alaska state license required prior to start date; compact license accepted at time of consideration for acute specialties — Alaska license required if applicable
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory therapy services across a high-acuity patient population in PICU, NICU, CCU, and floor therapy settings
• Any color or pattern scrubs are acceptable
• No cost parking available for travelers in the nearby parking structure
• All time-off and scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial application

American Traveler Job ID #P-723570. 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 - PICU 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.