Local Contract Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Pulmonary Function Testing - $47 per hour

American Traveler is seeking a local contract Clinic Registered Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with outpatient pulmonary experience and proficiency on the Vyaire PFT box for a day shift position at an outpatient pulmonary and sleep medicine clinic.

Details

• Outpatient pulmonary and sleep medicine clinic setting
• Adult patient population
• Average daily census of 50 patients with approximately 25 visits per day
• Performs pulmonary function testing including plethysmography, lung volume testing, spirometry, FeNO, and 6-minute walk tests with and without O2 titration using the Vyaire PFT box
• Epic EMR — experience required
• Day shift, 5x8-hour shifts, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• No weekend, float, or on-call requirements

Requirements

• CRT or RRT credential required
• Active GA state respiratory therapy license required (license required if applicable)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience; outpatient setting experience preferred
• Hands-on experience with the Vyaire PFT box required
• Epic EMR proficiency required
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position

Additional Information

• Candidates undergo a clinical review process prior to manager consideration
• Scrub color: black or dark gray
• RTO maximum of 7 days for the assignment; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• If one or two major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler is expected to work those holidays with no holiday RTO permitted; if three major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler is expected to work two of them, with one holiday RTO request eligible for review
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• Travelers must have been away from all facilities in this health system for at least one full year before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates are accepted
• No alternate shifts or special scheduling requests are permitted
• Two supervisory references (manager level or above) are highly preferred; charge nurse references are not accepted
• Copies of all certifications listed in the position description are required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-714482L. 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.