Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,020 per week

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We’re hiring an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in Jefferson Hills, PA. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders. This role supports a 13-week assignment in an acute care setting. Candidates must be able to work 12-hour shifts as indicated in the assignment details below.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current Pennsylvania state respiratory care license in good standing.
• One year experience as an RRT in an acute care or hospital setting.
• BLS certification.
• Experience working 3x12 schedules and familiarity with ventilator management, arterial blood gas interpretation, and non-invasive ventilation preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Prior experience in a level II/III trauma or critical care environment preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 12-hour shifts.
• Shift Pattern: 3x12.
• Facility Type: Hospital.
• Assignment Length: 13 week assignment.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with our organization, you gain flexibility and stability while impacting patient care across communities. Choose from direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contract options. Receive full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance when applicable.

Location Highlights

Jefferson Hills offers outdoor recreation and quick access to regional attractions. The area is near Round Hill Park and the Allegheny River, with downtown Pittsburgh approximately 12 miles northwest providing arts, dining, and professional sports. Commuting options include major highways connecting to state parks such as Ohiopyle State Park within a 1–1.5 hour drive for hiking and whitewater activities. The community provides a suburban lifestyle with nearby cultural venues and outdoor adventure options.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson HealthPros Job ID #446983. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson HealthPros

Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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