Travel Neonatal ICU Respiratory Therapist - $1,449 per week

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Austin, Texas.

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 Austin, TX where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current state respiratory therapy license in good standing.
• One year experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• BLS certification.
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience required.
• Certifications required by the client: ACLS, PALS, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working night shifts in a hospital NICU setting.
• Experience with neonatal ventilators and advanced neonatal respiratory procedures.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 1900-0700.
• Rotating weekends required.
• No on-call responsibilities.

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 commitment to improving the lives of others, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) 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

As a health professional with our organization, you gain flexibility and stability while impacting patient care in local communities. Opportunities include contract, temp-to-hire, and direct hire roles with supportive resources to assist your career progression.

Location Highlights

Austin offers a mix of outdoor recreation and urban amenities within short drives. Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park are within a 10–20 minute drive, providing hiking, kayaking, and trail access. The city features live music on Sixth Street and the Austin City Limits venue, both central entertainment options within the downtown area. The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and McKinney Falls State Park are under 30 minutes away for nature and scenic excursions. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport offers regional and national flights with typical drive times of 15–25 minutes from central neighborhoods, supporting easy travel connections.

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 #447387. 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 ofJackson 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.