Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,250 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Smyrna, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in Smyrna, Tennessee. This position involves providing specialized respiratory therapy services to pediatric patients in a 116-bed facility with a focus on patient-centered care. The role requires collaborative efforts within a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes for young patients.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid Respiratory Therapist (RT) license, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications. No minimum years of experience required.
• Preferred Qualifications: NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification preferred, previous pediatric respiratory experience advantageous.
• Additional Information: The role involves performing procedures on pediatric patients, with emphasis on teamwork, problem solving, and maintaining a positive attitude. The department utilizes Meditech documentation system and has policies supporting patient experience, including AIDET communication standards and medication teaching protocols. The unit features new equipment and technology, with staff benefiting from diverse schedule options, including potential weekend rotations.

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

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1304459. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus