Travel Pediatric ICU Respiratory Therapist - $2,187 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Durham, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• 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: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with Level IV NICU experience and pediatric critical care background for a PICU day shift travel assignment at an academic medical center in North Carolina.

Details

• PICU setting at a large academic medical center in North Carolina
• Pediatric patient population including critically ill PICU and NICU patients with cardiac anomalies
• Experience with high-frequency jet ventilators and oscillating ventilators is central to daily practice
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00–19:30)
• 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule block
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in NICU, pediatric critical care, pediatrics, and ED
• Level IV NICU experience required (hard stop)
• Experience with high-frequency jet ventilators and oscillating ventilators required (hard stop)
• Experience with pediatric cardiac anomalies required (hard stop)
• Level 1 trauma experience required
• Active NC RRT license in hand at time of consideration (compact or NC state license); license required if applicable
• Required certifications in hand: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS
• 1 supervisory reference within the past year required for consideration
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are accepted; candidates within this radius are eligible at a modified rate
• Flu vaccine is required between October 31 and March 31 with no exemptions accepted
• Orientations are held bi-weekly

American Traveler Job ID #P-720420. 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 - PICU RT

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.