Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics - $1,843 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Macon, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with critical care skills for a night shift position requiring intubation, airway management, and arterial line insertion proficiency.

Details

• Hospital-based respiratory therapy position within the RRT unit
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call required
• Floating may be required within the hospital (within scope of practice) and to a sister facility as needed
• 12-week contract

Requirements

• RRT credential required; CRT will not be accepted
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
• Critical care skills required, including intubation, airway management, and arterial line insertion
• License required if applicable — professional license must be active at time of consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• Candidates must be away from all facilities in this health system for a minimum of 1 full year before returning as a traveler
• RTO maximum is 7 days; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• If one or two major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work all of them with no holiday RTO
• If three major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work two, with one holiday RTO request eligible for review
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• No alternate shifts or special scheduling requests will be accommodated — the listed shift is firm
• Full compliance with onboarding requirements must be completed on time; late compliance may result in a start date delay
• Two supervisory references (manager level or above) are highly preferred for consideration; charge nurse references are not accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-724387. 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 - 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.