Registered Respiratory Therapist

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan. This role involves providing specialized respiratory care to pediatric patients within a healthcare facility. The position requires delivering a wide range of respiratory treatments, monitoring patient responses, and collaborating with physicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid respiratory therapist license, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification, American Association of Pediatrics (AAP) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, minimum of 2 years of experience, and located within or willing to commute to GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in pediatric respiratory care environments, familiarity with electronic medical records systems, and certifications in Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) or equivalent.
• Additional Information: The Respiratory Therapist will evaluate patients, operate ventilatory and monitoring equipment, assist with procedures such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement, and perform arterial punctures. The role also includes conducting pulmonary function tests, managing invasive and non-invasive ventilation devices, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates must adhere to all safety and clinical protocols, including CPR and ACLS guidelines, and effectively communicate patient responses during shift hand-offs.

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 #1283471. 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: 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