Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,659 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Apr 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2+ years of acute care hospital experience for a day shift NICU/Respiratory Therapy position at a large hospital in Fort Pierce, FL.

Details

• 437-bed hospital with a respiratory therapy department staffed by 7–10 RRTs per shift alongside supervisory and director-level personnel
• Approximately 44–46 procedures performed per shift
• Equipment used includes Servo I ventilators, Hamilton ventilators, V60, Astral, CPAP and BiPAP machines, nebulizers, ABG equipment, and CPT devices
• EMR system is Meditech; prior Meditech experience is strongly preferred
• Day shift hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RRT license and certification required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of current acute care hospital RRT experience
• Must have active experience within the last 6 months in the respiratory therapy specialty
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA or ARC accepted; certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required for respiratory therapy staff caring for neonates
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more in the past 12 months
• Trauma experience preferred
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• Two professional references required (Florida position)
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates will be considered

Additional Information

• Provide treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory insufficiencies, asthma, pneumonia, and emphysema
• Work within a close-knit, fast-paced team with collaborative physician relationships and an active, patient-focused approach to care
• Light grey scrubs required
• The facility is accredited by the Joint Commission and is a designated Certified Primary Stroke Center
• The facility has been a 5-star recipient for heart attack treatment by Healthgrades for 11 consecutive years

American Traveler Job ID #P-691607. 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.