Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist PICU - $2,927 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/22/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU/Pediatric ECMO position requiring 2+ years of recent pediatric ECMO specialist experience and RRT credentialing.

Details

• NICU and Pediatric Critical Care setting at a Level I and Level II Trauma teaching hospital
• Covers Emergency Department, NICU, Pediatric Critical Care, and Pediatrics units
• Performs neonatal and pediatric transports, including inter-departmental and ambulance transport
• Patient ratio of 1:8
• Operates protocol-driven ECMO, high frequency jet ventilator, oscillating ventilator, and pressure/volume ventilators
• Manages BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, and mechanical ventilation weaning
• Utilizes Epic charting system
• Night shift (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:00) and Day shift (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:00) available

Requirements

• RRT credential required (CRT not accepted); MA license required if applicable, pending license acceptable
• RRT-NPS certification required
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 4 years of experience as an ECMO Specialist operating ECMO equipment on patients
• Minimum 2 years of recent pediatric ECMO experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Trauma Level I and Level II experience required
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Skilled in priming ECMO circuits and pediatric ECMO care
• Experience with Nitric Oxide (iNO), inhaled Flolan, and other specialized medication delivery preferred
• Proficient in interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs)
• Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment including bubble CPAP, bivent, and intubation assist

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients with conditions including ARDS, RSV, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and respiratory distress syndrome
• Manage patients requiring ECMO, high frequency ventilation, and advanced airway management
• Participate in neonatal transports and ambulance/inter-departmental transports
• Work as part of a pediatric critical care and NICU team
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a reduced rate compared to travel rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-765393. 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 - NICU RT

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.