Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,275 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Wausau, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
A Respiratory Therapist (RT) Pediatric (PEDS) is needed in a hospital setting located in Wausau, Wisconsin. This role involves providing respiratory care support across various patient care areas, including emergency department and general care units, with an emphasis on pediatric patients. The position requires a focus on critical care and ventilator management during night shifts.

Job Details

• Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) PEDS Specialty: Respiratory Therapy (Registered) Location: Wausau, WI
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Associates Degree or Certificate; BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications; WI license active; minimum of 3+ years of experience with pediatrics; NBRC RRT or CRT (RRT obtained within one year); ACLS and PALS are required, NRP preferred but not necessary; previous travel experience required
• Additional Responsibilities: Provide emergency services including Rapid Response and Code Blue; perform basic and critical respiratory care, ventilator management, and patient assessments; support all patient ages across hospital units; ensure documentation in electronic medical records; adhere to dress code and safety policies including infection control during Flu Season.
• Preferred Qualifications: NICU experience is preferred for night shift positions.
• Note: GSA hours are not guaranteed during orientation; traveler is guaranteed set hours per week and may be placed on call for low census hours with callback pay; adherence to vaccination policy during Flu Season is mandatory.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1336008. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus