Travel Respiratory Therapist Neuro Diagnostics - $2,120 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Rochester, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with at least 1 year of experience for a 13-week night shift contract in an adult critical care setting, with proficiency in Epic and hands-on ventilator management skills.

Details

• 13-week travel contract
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• 4 rotating weekend shifts per month
• On-call required
• Adult critical care and emergency department setting
• Patient diagnoses include CHF, COPD, pneumonia, respiratory failure, and respiratory infections
• Specialized procedures include ABG sampling, ventilator management, patient assessment, medication administration, and pulmonary hygiene
• Equipment includes Hamilton Vent, Servo-U, NKV330, and V60 ventilators
• Epic EMR preferred
• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are eligible as local candidates

Requirements

• Active RRT credential required
• BLS certification required
• Active state license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience
• Proficiency in Epic EMR
• Experience with adult critical care and emergency department settings
• Skills required: extubation, intubation assist, nasal/oral airway placement and suctioning, sputum specimen collection, ETT/NT suctioning, tracheostomy care and management, bag-mask ventilation, HFNC, BiPAP, CPAP, T-piece, trach collar, troubleshooting high-pressure alarms, weaning from mechanical ventilation, and long-term care
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Any time off or scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial consideration
• Call-off policy allows up to 3 shifts per 13-week assignment; shifts placed on-call in lieu of being called off count toward this total

American Traveler Job ID #P-716292. 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 - 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.