Travel Respiratory Therapist - ICU and Floor - $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: 08/17/2026
• 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: Aug 17, 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 academic medical center in Missouri, with experience in ICU ventilator management required.

Details

• Work setting is a large short-term acute care teaching hospital with 1,259 staffed beds
• Rotating assignments between ICU and general floor settings
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts per week (18:45–07:15)
• Every third weekend rotation required
• Holiday coverage is expected
• Charting is performed in Epic; experience required
• Block scheduling is not available for this position

Requirements

• Active RRT credential required
• BLS certification required
• Valid Missouri Respiratory Care Practitioner License required at time of consideration; pending Illinois license accepted for IL-based candidates (please note if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required
• Proficiency with Epic EMR required
• Experience managing mechanically ventilated patients required
• Experience with airway management including endotracheal tube/suctioning, extubation, tracheostomy/suctioning, oral and nasal airway management, and sputum specimen collection
• 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 including aerosol mask and trach setups and metered dose inhalers
• Experience with handheld, T-piece, trach collar, and ultrasonic nebulizers
• Experience with High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) oxygen therapy
• Experience with BiPAP, CPAP, ventilator weaning, and troubleshooting high-pressure alarms
• ABG interpretation experience required
• Ability to walk relatively long distances within a large campus setting
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidate may occasionally be asked to precept respiratory therapy students at this teaching facility
• Medium to dark gray scrubs are required
• Active AARC membership and a bachelor's degree (or active pursuit thereof) in any field are strongly preferred
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of orientation
• Former permanent employees of BJC facilities must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may work at this facility for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break is required before returning
• Allied travelers may work for up to 12 months, after which a 6-month break is required before returning
• Parking passes are available for purchase through the facility's Public Safety department; costs and availability vary by lot

American Traveler Job ID #P-726620. 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.