Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - PICU / NICU / Pediatric Level 1 Trauma - $3,420 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Aurora, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/13/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) position located at an organized healthcare facility. The role involves providing respiratory care and related services on a 12-hour night shift. Duration of the assignment is approximately 14 weeks, starting from 10/13/2026 through 01/16/2027.

Job Details:

• Position Title: Respiratory Therapist
• Location: Childrens Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
• Schedule: 12-Hour Nights | 6:45 PM 7:15 AM. The minimum hours per week are 36.
• Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP
• Minimum Qualifications: Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Cardiopulmonary; must have prior travel assignment experience; licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT); minimum 3 years Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (ICU) experience; minimum 3 years Neonatal ICU experience; minimum 1 year Pediatric Level 1 Trauma experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Minimum 4 years Pediatric ICU; Minimum 4 years Neonatal ICU; Minimum 2 years Pediatric Level 1 Trauma.
• Additional Notes: The candidate must be available to work on Thanksgiving, with a requirement to work at least 2 of the 3 holiday days. No on-call requirement. The assignment length is 14 weeks.
• Minimum Experience: 0 years
• Required Clinical Experience: Minimum 3 years Pediatric ICU, Neonatal ICU, and Pediatric Level 1 Trauma experience.
• Additional Requirements: Must work observed holidays if they fall within the contract period; no requested time off approved within the first two weeks; medical and religious exemption requests for influenza vaccination are permitted.
• Float Requirement: The employer reserves the right to float or reassign personnel within the clinical competence of the professional to other areas of practice within their assigned metro area.

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 #1313097. 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: 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