Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,389 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• 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: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift travel position requiring RRT certification and experience across ICU, ER, Nursery, and Med Surge settings.

Details

• Hospital-based Respiratory Therapy department covering ICU, ER, Level 1 Nursery, and Med Surg floors
• Patient population ranges from newborns to adults, including high-risk deliveries and pediatric intubation cases
• Uses Drager V500 and V60 BiPAP ventilators, Hamilton T-1 transport ventilator, AirVo high-flow oxygen units, NeoPuff, and Ram cannula
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Night shift schedule, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• 36 guaranteed weekly hours including weekend rotation
• No call requirements
• Floats to all areas of the hospital, including a 25-mile float policy between facilities as needed

Requirements

• Active RRT license required if applicable
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Experience in adult ICU, ER (including pediatric intubation and mechanical ventilation), Level 1 Nursery, and Med Surg required
• Experience attending high-risk C-sections and participating in resuscitation teams required
• NICU and PICU experience preferred
• Strong assessment skills and experience with specified respiratory equipment required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Driver's License required for consideration
• 2 professional references required

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations throughout the hospital
• Participate as part of the resuscitation team for high-risk deliveries
• Function as part of a multidisciplinary care team across multiple units
• Strong communication skills, teamwork, and a positive attitude expected
• Scrubs of any color are acceptable
• Candidates residing within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility will be considered local, which may affect pay rate but not eligibility
• Local travelers are not eligible for renewals or extensions
• Candidates who worked at any MaineHealth facility within the past 12 months should disclose this during consideration
• RTO should be minimal, with 3-4 days being a reasonable amount for a 13-week contract
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-750723. 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 - 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.