Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,200 per week in Saint Louis, MO

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Saint Louis, MO
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,200 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 26 Weeks
Start Date: 11/23/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics Specialty: RRT Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night 3x12-Hour Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience required License: Must possess a valid state Respiratory Care Practitioner license Certifications: BLS, RRT required Must-Have: First-timers accepted; strong preferred qualifications include active AARC membership and a bachelor's degree or higher Description: The role requires the ability to care for and treat patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases. Candidates must be comfortable managing mechanically ventilated patients. This position requires working in ICUs and floors. Experience with airway management devices and suctioning is required. Candidates must be proficient in medication administration related to respiratory therapy. Knowledge in ventilator management and troubleshooting high-pressure alarms is essential. Interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs) is a necessary skill. Travelers will support the training of respiratory therapy students as needed. Overall, strong attention to detail and the ability to walk long distances are important in this position. The ideal candidate must possess RRT credentials and a BLS certification. Compliance with all respiratory therapy standards and practices is expected.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• PALS - AHA
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam