Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics - $2,210 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2+ years of experience for a night shift position at a large acute care teaching hospital, with Epic charting experience required.

Details

• Short-term acute care setting at a large academic teaching hospital with 1,259 staffed beds
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Rotating weekend requirement every third weekend
• Floating within scope of practice to meet facility needs is required
• Epic EMR — experience required
• 26-week contract

Requirements

• Current RRT credential required
• BLS (BCLS) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RRT experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency in airway management: endotracheal tube/suctioning, extubation, nasal airway suctioning, oral airway placement, oropharyngeal suctioning, sputum specimen collection, and tracheostomy/suctioning
• Experience administering inhaled medications including Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, Inhaled Flolan, inhaled steroids, Lidocaine, Nitric Oxide (iNO), Pulmicort, racemic epinephrine, and Xopenex
• Experience with medication delivery systems: aerosol setup (mask and trach), metered dose inhaler
• Experience with nebulizer types: handheld, T-piece, trach collar, and ultrasonic
• Experience with High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) oxygen therapy
• Ventilator management skills: BiPAP, CPAP, troubleshooting high-pressure alarms, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• ABG interpretation required
• Valid MO state license required; pending IL license may be accepted if applicable — license required if applicable
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Medium to dark gray scrubs required
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Former permanent employees of any BJC facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Allied travelers may remain for up to 12 months, after which a 6-month break in service is required
• Parking passes are available at various nearby lots and garages at the traveler's own expense; night shift workers may park in employee parking at no charge

American Traveler Job ID #P-704869. 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.