Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Overview
Registered Respiratory Therapist travel assignment in Grand Junction, Colorado. Start date: 08/19/2026 for an approximately 13-week contract. Weekly pay: $1,825–$1,935 per week. Guaranteed hours: 30 per week. Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (1800–0630). Setting: hospital environment under a travel temporary assignment with Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,825–$1,935 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 30 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts
- Start date: 08/19/2026
- Setting: Hospital travel assignment

Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory therapy treatments per protocol, including oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, intermittent positive pressure breathing, chest physiotherapy, ventilator management, incentive spirometry, and sputum induction as required.
- Manage ventilator support and monitor patient response; adjust settings according to physician orders and protocols.
- Perform cardio-pulmonary diagnostics as needed, such as electrocardiograms, pulmonary function testing, arterial blood sampling and analysis, and sleep-related studies or home monitoring as required.
- Document patient care accurately in the medical record per departmental standards and ensure proper equipment operation, calibration, and safety checks.
- Assist with procedures and diagnostics as assigned, including bronchoscopy support and related bedside procedures.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and discharge planning.

Requirements
- Active, current Colorado license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- CRT required; RRT within 2 years
- ACLS/ALC required within 6 months of employment
- BLS current
- Minimum 2 years of relevant respiratory therapy experience
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree preferred
- Ability to work in a hospital setting and tolerate night shift schedules

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the assignment
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support for duration of the contract
- Potential extension opportunities beyond the initial 13 weeks
- Fast credentialing processes to minimize start-up delays
- Flexible guidance on assignment logistics and ongoing credential maintenance

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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
• 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.