Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $3,185 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Bangor, Maine.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2+ years of experience for a variable shift position at a Level II Trauma Center in Bangor, ME.

Details

• 411-bed Level II Trauma Center hospital in Bangor, ME
• Respiratory Therapy unit serving 3 Adult ICUs, a Cardiac Critical Care Unit, Level II Trauma Center Emergency Department, Intermediate Care Unit, and General Medical Floors — Level III NICU & PICU also on site (training to NICU/PICU/Peds only required if position is posted for that area)
• Common diagnoses include COPD, CHF, Cystic Fibrosis, ARDS, MVA Trauma/Surgery, Pneumonia, Lung Cancer, Stroke, ALS, GBS, COVID-19, and RSV
• Variable shift with day (0645–1915) and night (1845–0715) options; most current need is on nights and travelers will not be required to flip between days and nights within the same week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Voluntary call only — 2 hours before shift start and 2 hours after
• Float to other trained units only
• Ventilators and respiratory equipment used include Servo U, Servo I, Hamilton T1, Trilogy, V60, V30, EV300, and Vero Biotech Nitric Delivery system (Drager used in NICU only)
• Charting via Cerner

Requirements

• RRT credential required; candidates with a CRT and extensive experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis with manager approval
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• BLS required for adult RT positions; NRP required and PALS preferred for NICU/PICU/Peds positions
• Critical care experience required, including airway and ventilator management, ABG puncture and analysis, non-invasive ventilation, code blue and rapid response, and inhaled medication administration
• Compact or ME state license required (license required if applicable)
• Candidates must have a permanent address 100+ miles South/SW of the facility to be eligible; candidates living 100+ miles North are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Candidates must not have previously worked at any Northern Light Health Hospital in a permanent capacity
• Flu vaccination required for clearance
• Required for consideration: full SSN, Driver's License, copies of all certifications, and 2 professional references from within the past year (at least one from a Supervisor, Manager, or Director — Charge RN accepted, peer references not accepted)

Additional Information

• Protocol-driven, critical care-focused RT team
• Department support includes a Lead/Charge, Manager, Assistant Manager, RT Educator, and Medical Director
• Orientation consists of 1 general orientation shift with the RT Educator plus 1 shift per unit trained to (generally 4–5 total orientation shifts)
• If the posting is for a NICU/PICU/Peds RT role, the traveler must have prior NICU/PICU experience in addition to adult experience, and experience with Oscillator 3100 Sensormatic and Drager ventilators is helpful; comfort working with adults is also required throughout the contract
• Holiday coverage assigned unless RTO is otherwise arranged; all RTO requests must go through the Manager for approval
• Any professional scrub color or pattern is acceptable; OR scrub machines are also available on site
• Free on-site parking available
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Interviews conducted via Simplifи

American Traveler Job ID #P-725563. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.