Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,830 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in Saint Louis, Missouri. This position involves providing direct patient care for pediatric and adult patients in the intensive care unit and other designated areas. The role includes implementing respiratory therapies, managing ventilator support, and maintaining life support equipment, ensuring care aligns with clinical standards and organizational values.

Job Details

• Location: 615 S New Ballas Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63141
• Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist, Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
• Number of Openings: 2/3
• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited college program in respiratory care; current license in the State of Missouri; registered as a therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT); BLS and ACLS certifications (may obtain upon hire).
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in adult intensive care and emergency department settings; Bachelor's Degree; adult critical care certification (ACCS) from the NBRC.
• Additional Information: Must demonstrate critical thinking skills and adaptability. Ability to implement medical care plans, clinical interventions, and procedures as needed for patient care.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1275225. 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus