Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,224 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Meridian, Idaho.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• 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: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week night shift acute care assignment, requiring 2+ years of experience across adult, pediatric, and NICU populations.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting within the Respiratory Therapy department
• Covers ER and inpatient units across all floors, including MICU, NICU Level IIB, PACU, and Med-Surg Tele
• Patient population spans NICU, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
• Performs 25-28 treatments per 8-hour shift
• Uses EPIC EMR
• RT equipment includes Drager V500, Hamilton, ReVel, V60s, Vapotherm, and EPOC
• Night shift schedule, 7p-7a, 12-hour shifts
• Self-scheduling with travelers filling gaps and remaining flexible; no block scheduling accommodated
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend (Friday/Saturday for nights)
• May be required to float throughout the hospital and to sister facilities within the Treasure Valley area
• Minimum 60 minutes notice provided for floating assignments
• Optional call with 30-minute response time via text list

Requirements

• RRT certification via NBRC required (CRT not accepted)
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• NRP certification required for NICU coverage
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Must be comfortable floating between ICU, MICU, Med-Surg Tele, ER, and other specialties
• Experience performing ABGs (radial or brachial) and managing respiratory equipment
• Comfortable assisting with intubation (not performing independently)
• Must be comfortable attending deliveries and initiating CPAP for Level II NICU
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory treatments and manage respiratory equipment across all age groups and multiple specialty units
• Work alongside a Respiratory Manager and Charge Supervisors available as a resource on each shift
• In-house Intensivists, Hospitalists, and Anesthesia coverage 24/7, with eICU support at night
• Staffing levels range from 7-9 RTs during the day to 4-5 at night
• Orientation consists of 1-2 shifts with a preceptor, typically covering NICU/General and ICU
• May be required to participate in holiday rotation
• Scrubs may be any color as long as they are clean and professional
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Permanent employees must be separated from the facility for at least one year before applying for a travel assignment
• Facility has a 50-mile radius rule and does not accept local candidates
• Manager requests RTO be submitted in advance

American Traveler Job ID #P-773862. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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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