Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered - Jackson, MS

Travel assignment, 13 weeks, 12hr nights, 36 hours a week, starting November 2, 2026.

Pay as Cross Country posts it: about $1,976 a week in all, a taxable rate of $19.70 an hour plus $1,267 a week in housing and meal stipends.

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist, Pediatrics (RT PEDS) — This position is located at a healthcare facility specializing in respiratory care services. The respiratory therapist will provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport within the scope of professional license, with minimal supervision. The role involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and educating patients on treatments and procedures, ensuring quality patient care.

Job Details

• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and 0 years of experience are required.
• Performs routine and complex respiratory treatments, including operation of ventilatory equipment (invasive and non-invasive), oxygen and aerosol devices, nebulizers, and related equipment.
• Conducts chest physiotherapy, suctioning, and assessments such as oximetry, capnography, chest x-ray review, EKG, and pulmonary function studies.
• Assists with procedures such as bronchoscopy, Perc Trachs, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care.
• Performs arterial puncture to evaluate ventilation efficiency and monitors patient responses.
• Follows policies related to laboratory testing and specimens, maintains equipment, and reports results accurately.
• Administers CPR in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Operates and maintains ventilatory equipment, facilitates preventative maintenance, and records treatment information comprehensively.
• Communicates effectively with physicians concerning therapy efficiency and shift handoffs.
• Maintains accurate respiratory therapy documentation and charge records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.

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