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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric PICU Float Pool Travel Assignment in Atlanta, GA

Apply now for a pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist travel job in Atlanta, Georgia, providing high-acuity respiratory care across the PICU, ICU, and Emergency Department. Join a dynamic pediatric hospital team for a 13-week assignment, collaborate with experienced specialists, and make a meaningful impact on critically ill children and their families. Atlanta offers diverse neighborhoods, excellent dining, rich cultural attractions, and convenient access to outdoor recreation.

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Assignment Type: 13-week pediatric respiratory therapy travel assignment with potential for extension
• Location: Atlanta, Georgia
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• End Date: February 8, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930-$2,080
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend
• Holiday Coverage: One holiday required during the assignment
• Healthcare Setting: Busy pediatric hospital float pool supporting PICU, ICU, and Emergency Department care
• Orientation: 16 hours
• Floating: Willingness to float to affiliated pediatric facilities and assigned clinical areas is required

Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of recent Registered Respiratory Therapist experience
• Recent pediatric respiratory therapy and PICU experience required
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials with proof of certification
• Active Georgia Respiratory Care Professional license in hand at the time of submission
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required; PALS must be issued by the American Heart Association
• Diploma or associate degree from an approved respiratory therapy program
• Epic charting experience required
• Demonstrated proficiency with ventilators, triage, and Level I trauma care
• Experience with V60, Servo-i, Dräger, Hamilton T1, Vapotherm, and Optiflow equipment
• Ability to work night shifts, every other weekend, and one holiday
• Completion of required compliance documentation no later than 7 business days before the start date
• Recent travel respiratory therapist experience is preferred; first-time travelers may be considered
• Flu vaccination is required

Registered Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based respiratory care for pediatric patients in the PICU, ICU, and Emergency Department
• Assess respiratory status, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate patient response
• Manage invasive and noninvasive ventilation, oxygen delivery systems, and advanced respiratory support equipment
• Respond to urgent and emergent respiratory needs, including triage and high-acuity situations
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary pediatric care team
• Document respiratory assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes accurately in Epic
• Float between assigned clinical areas and affiliated pediatric facilities according to operational needs
• Support quality, safety, infection prevention, and patient-family education initiatives

Apply now to join this pediatric respiratory therapy travel team and advance your Registered Respiratory Therapist career in Atlanta, Georgia.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.