Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Overview
Respiratory Therapist (Registered) needed for a travel assignment in a hospital setting located in Burlington, Vermont, United States. Start date: 08/03/2026. Contract duration: 4 weeks. Weekly pay range: $1,918–$2,042 per week. Guaranteed hours: none. Shift: 3x12 Nights. Employment Type: Travel - Temporary Assignment. This opportunity supports inpatient care across adult ICU, adult and pediatric general units, with ED coverage depending on unit needs. The position requires a current license on file at submission and preference for candidates with teaching-hospital experience. The assignment is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,918–$2,042 per week
- Contract duration: 4 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 Nights
- Start date: 08/03/2026
- Travel assignment in a hospital setting in Burlington, VT
- No guaranteed hours

Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive respiratory care in adult ICU and general inpatient units, including ventilator management, airway support, and weaning as clinically indicated
- Assess patients, interpret ABG results, and adjust therapies per physician orders; administer inhaled medications and aerosol therapies
- Perform airway clearance techniques, suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and NIV management as appropriate
- Monitor and document patient status in the electronic medical record (Epic) and communicate with the multidisciplinary team during rounds and handoffs
- Respond to respiratory emergencies within the designated units and assist with patient transport and coordination of care as needed
- Maintain and sterilize equipment, ensure proper infection control practices, and verify readiness of all respiratory therapy devices

Requirements
- Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential; CRT not accepted
- NBRC verification required
- Licensure on file at time of submission
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP
- Minimum 1 year of inpatient (acutely ill) clinical experience
- Prior travel experience preferred; teaching-hospital experience required
- Epic EMR experience within the past 2 years required
- ED coverage is preferred but not required; inpatient ICU and general unit experience a must
- Must be able to work in a teaching hospital environment; documentation of all prior employment details requested
- Must have reliable transportation (public transit not accessible in the area); personal vehicle or rental strongly recommended; vehicles should have all-season or snow tires during November–April
- Must be available to start within the upcoming week per requisition notes

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support and credentialing assistance
- Fast credentialing process to expedite start
- Housing assistance available as needed
- Extension opportunities beyond the initial contract
- Nationwide assignments and ongoing clinical support

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other travel respiratory therapy openings, visit Healthforce Healthcare LLC’s careers page at to view additional openings and apply.

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.