Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) needed for a travel assignment in Glens Falls, NY. Specialty: Respiratory Therapy. Start date: June 25, 2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Shift: 3x12-hour nights. Weekly pay: $2,047 to $2,183 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Setting: hospital. This assignment requires active on-site clinical duties across age groups and involves responsibility for cardio-pulmonary evaluation, therapy administration, and patient education under physician prescriptions and established protocols.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,047–$2,183 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts
- Start date: June 25, 2026
- Setting: Hospital-based care
- Epic EMR experience required

Responsibilities
- Perform cardio-pulmonary evaluations, respiratory care, life support, and patient/family education per physician prescriptions and protocols
- Provide respiratory therapies (e.g., oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, chest therapy) and manage ventilated patients; monitor gas exchange and adjust treatment plans accordingly
- Collaborate with the care team to develop and implement patient care plans; document care in the electronic medical record (Epic)
- Trach and airway management, weaning protocols, and escalation of care as needed
- Participate in re-evaluation and monitoring of patients across inpatient and ICU settings
- Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and equipment maintenance standards

Requirements
- Licenses/Certifications: NYS Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT); NBRC RRT credential
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP (all required)
- Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program
- Experience/Specialized training: Labor & Delivery/Neonatal Resuscitation experience required
- Onboarding requirements: Must have EPIC experience; 14-panel drug screen completed within 24 hours of offer acceptance
- New York State requirements: New York Temporary Health Care Service Agency License/Registration Certificate required and must be uploaded with traveler profile
- Profile requirements: Current NY license, certifications, and relevant work history uploaded; permanent address must be included and match license/ID
- Travel eligibility: Permanent NY address required; travelers from certain NY counties are not eligible for travel assignments in this role

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Extension opportunities beyond the initial contract
- Efficient credentialing and onboarding processes

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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
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• 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.

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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
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• 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.

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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.

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