Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Job

Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist

We're hiring an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in Alexandria, LA where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders. The role includes care for critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult patients and may involve participation in emergency responses, ventilator management, airway support, blood gas analysis, and transport duties. Advanced practice skills and leadership opportunities may be available.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current RT or RCP license in good standing for the state of employment (Louisiana) required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the NBRC required.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with ventilator management, airway management, oxygen delivery systems, and blood gas collection and analysis.
• 1 - 3 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred.
• Ability to participate in emergency (Code Blue/White) response and perform EKG analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hospital settings caring for adult patients.
• Experience with advanced modalities such as INO, HeO2, pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy assist, hemodynamic monitoring, and polysomnography.
• Previous shift leader or team leader experience preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 1900-0700.
• Every other weekend requirement.
• No on-call required.
• Floating to other locations: None.

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 respect your time and responsiveness. Benefits begin the first day of assignment and include:

• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• Weekly, on-time pay.
• 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 staffing network, you will have options for direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. You will provide critical respiratory care that supports patient recovery and safety across clinical settings. Opportunities for professional growth and leadership are available.

Location Highlights

Alexandria, LA offers access to both outdoor recreation and regional cultural sites. The city is within a short drive to Kisatchie National Forest and nearby Toledo Bend Reservoir, providing boating and fishing within 60 minutes. The downtown area features the Alexandria Museum of Art and the Rapides Parish Coliseum, offering cultural events and live performances within a 10- to 15-minute commute. The area supports a suburban lifestyle with local parks, dining options, and regional medical centers serving the community.

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.