Travel Certified Respiratory Therapist - $2,945 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Arlington, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with a minimum of 2 years of experience for a 13-week day shift contract at an acute care hospital in Virginia.

Details

• Inpatient respiratory therapy unit within an acute care hospital setting
• Adult critical care, emergency department, and general respiratory patient populations
• Pediatric and neonatal patients may also be encountered
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Epic EMR is required; all travelers must complete an Epic orientation class prior to starting
• Floating, if required, is done in rotation with facility staff in accordance with Joint Commission standards

Requirements

• Graduate of an NBRC-approved Respiratory Care program required
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience required
• Active Virginia Respiratory Therapy license required at time of consideration; license required if applicable
• CRT certification required
• RRT certification required
• BLS (American Heart Association) required
• ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Driver's license and Social Security card required

Additional Information

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments including aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary function testing
• Experience with a broad range of medication delivery systems and respiratory medications is highly valued
• Proficiency in ventilator management (BiPAP, CPAP, IMV/SIMV, high-frequency ventilators) and weaning from mechanical ventilation is beneficial
• Charge or lead experience is preferred
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and trauma experience are all preferred
• Candidates who have previously worked at this facility as staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler
• RTO requests should be kept to a minimum; all RTO must be submitted upfront and is approved at manager discretion — no RTO will be approved after an offer is made
• Some holiday coverage is expected
• Up to 7 hours of non-billable orientation modules are required, completed during the initial orientation period
• Flu vaccine is required during flu season (October 1 – March 31); exemption requests must comply with CMS guidelines
• This is a smoke- and nicotine-free facility

American Traveler Job ID #P-723713. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Certified RT/CRT

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.