Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Hospital Night Shift Contract in Ypsilanti, Michigan

Apply now for a 13-week travel respiratory therapist contract in Ypsilanti, MI, providing expert respiratory care to hospital patients on three 12-hour night shifts each week. Join a collaborative respiratory care team supporting patients with complex cardiopulmonary needs while using advanced respiratory equipment and delivering compassionate clinical care. This Michigan healthcare opportunity is located near Ann Arbor, offering convenient access to cultural, educational, and recreational experiences.

Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,610–$1,730
• Location: Ypsilanti, Michigan
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital
• Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Start Date: Early November 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Position Type: Travel respiratory therapy contract

Registered Respiratory Therapist Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent respiratory therapy experience in a hospital or comparable clinical setting
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and authorization to practice in Michigan
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Demonstrated knowledge of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
• Ability to provide safe, compassionate respiratory care with minimal supervision
• Strong patient assessment, communication, clinical documentation, and decision-making skills

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend or implement respiratory treatment plans within the scope of professional practice.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain invasive and non-invasive ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Perform suctioning, chest physiotherapy, tracheostomy care, arterial puncture, oximetry, capnography, and pulmonary function studies as ordered and according to hospital policy.
• Assist with respiratory procedures, including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, chest tube placement, and endotracheal intubation.
• Perform 12-lead EKGs, recognize basic arrhythmias, and provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Provide patient and family education regarding respiratory treatments, testing, equipment, and discharge needs.
• Transport patients safely into and out of the facility when medically indicated.
• Assess and document patient responses to respiratory therapy, communicate changes to physicians and the care team, and participate in shift-to-shift handoff.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, respiratory care charges, equipment checks, and required quality-control documentation.
• Support respiratory equipment maintenance and perform other respiratory care duties as assigned.

Apply now to join the hospital respiratory care team and take the next step in your Michigan travel respiratory therapist career.

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.