Local Contract PICU Respiratory Therapist - $56 per hour

American Traveler is seeking a local contract Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Portland, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with PICU or NICU experience for a night shift pediatric critical care position at a children's hospital in Oregon.

Details

• Work in a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) at a children's hospital
• Patient population spans NICU, PICU, emergency department, and pediatric and adult acute/intermediate care wards
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• No on-call requirements
• May float to an affiliate hospital nearby; refusal to float as requested may result in contract cancellation
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Requirements

• Current RRT credential required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1.5 years of PICU or NICU experience required
• Active Oregon (OR) RT license required if applicable
• Two manager or supervisor references from within the last 24 months required for consideration; charge nurse references are not acceptable
• COVID vaccination proof required; no exemptions accepted

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are eligible to apply for this position
• Candidates who are former employees or previous travelers at this facility must provide a reference from the manager who supervised them there
• Provides therapeutic interventions including airway management, therapeutic gas administration, ventilator management, newborn resuscitation, and CPR
• Performs diagnostic procedures such as arterial blood sampling, bedside spirometry, spontaneous ventilatory parameter assessment, and point-of-care testing
• Assists and trains fellow Respiratory Therapists, students, and other healthcare team members
• Responsible for maintaining competency in all equipment and care modalities within the RCP scope of practice
• Charts and charges for all services rendered per facility policy
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate; no radius restriction applies
• Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted with the application and may not exceed 2 weeks
• Candidates who have previously worked at this facility must have been away for at least 6 months before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-720682L. 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.