Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $3,004 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Richland, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week travel assignment with at least 2 years of experience and Epic charting proficiency.

Details

• 13-week assignment with day shift (4x12, 7:00-19:00) or night shift (4x12, 19:00-7:00) options
• Float between units required
• Weekend work required every other weekend per CBA
• Patient ratios based on hospital acuity
• No on-call requirements
• Work with adult critical care, emergency department, NICU, and pediatric patient populations
• Perform ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, high frequency jet ventilator, and high frequency oscillator
• Manage airway procedures including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
• Administer medications via nebulizer, MDI, and other delivery systems
• Care for patients with ARDS, aspiration, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and COVID
• Support neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures including bubble CPAP and high-frequency ventilators

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• RRT certification required
• Current ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
• Epic charting experience required
• Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Experience with adult critical care, emergency department, NICU, and pediatrics preferred
• Skilled in arterial blood gas drawing and interpretation
• Experience with chest physiotherapy and pulmonary hygiene techniques
• Compact state license must be in hand at time of submission
• License required if applicable
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required

Additional Information

• Deliver respiratory therapy services across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams in critical care and emergency settings
• May be required to float between sister facilities near the contracted location
• Commitment to work 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All time off requests must be submitted upfront during the application process
• Former employees may return after a 3-month waiting period
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within a 50-mile radius
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-776900. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.