Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU - $1,986 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• 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: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NICU experience for a night shift position at an academic medical center in Ohio.

Details

• NICU setting at a large academic medical center in Ohio
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• Neonatal patient population, including high-risk deliveries
• Experience with neonatal ventilator management preferred
• Experience with Nitric Oxide (iNO), oscillator ventilation, NAVA, bubble CPAP, and high-flow nasal cannula preferred
• Multiple parking permit options are available for purchase on-site

Requirements

• Active Ohio Respiratory Therapy License required (license required if applicable)
• CRT or RRT credential required
• NRP certification required
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
• NICU experience required
• High school diploma and college diploma/transcripts required
• 2 professional references required; at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or formal leadership role (e.g., Supervisor); a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference; co-worker references are not accepted

Additional Information

• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Former employees of the facility are eligible for a travel assignment after a minimum 6-month separation
• Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of consideration and is limited to 7 days or fewer for the contract period
• Ohio state fingerprinting is required and must be initiated promptly after accepting the position; candidates outside Ohio may need to travel to an in-state fingerprinting location or complete a mailed fingerprinting packet

American Traveler Job ID #P-724193. 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.