Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,127 per week

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Albany, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 05/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider where you’ll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Active NBRC credential.
• Active New York State Respiratory Therapist license in good standing.
• Three or more years experience as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute care hospital setting, including emergency department and adult critical care.
• Experience with airway management, endotracheal intubation and extubation, tracheostomy care, pulmonary hygiene, and emergency life support procedures.
• One or more years experience working in a Level 3 NICU preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing and operate ventilators and other respiratory care equipment.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Discipline: Respiratory Therapist (RT).
• Shift name: Nights.
• Shift schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week, 1900–0730.
• Holiday/weekend requirement: Three 12-hour holiday shifts per season; every other weekend.
• Required to work across acute care areas including ED and adult critical care.

Location Highlights

Albany, NY offers a mix of historic, cultural, and outdoor attractions within short drives and commutes. The New York State Capitol and Empire State Plaza are located in downtown Albany, less than a 10-minute drive from major hospital districts, and host museums and performing arts venues. Washington Park is within a 5–10 minute drive and features walking paths and seasonal festivals. The Hudson River waterfront is adjacent to historic neighborhoods and provides riverfront trails and boating access within a short commute. The city is a regional transit hub with Amtrak service to New York City and Boston and I-87/I-90 access for excursions to the Adirondack Park (approximately 1–1.5 hour drive) and the Catskill Mountains (about 1.5–2 hour drive), suitable for outdoor and weekend recreational activities. The area supports an urban lifestyle with nearby suburban communities, a range of dining options, cultural institutions such as the Albany Institute of History & Art, and collegiate events at the University at Albany and SUNY campuses within easy commuting distance.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson HealthPros Job ID #443554. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson HealthPros

Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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