Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,687 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2+ years of acute care hospital experience for a day shift PICU position at a large regional hospital in Fort Pierce, FL.

Details

• Work in the Respiratory Therapy unit of a 437-bed regional hospital
• PICU patient population with cases including respiratory insufficiency, asthma, pneumonia, and emphysema
• Approximately 44–46 procedures performed per shift
• Equipment used includes Servo I ventilators, Hamilton ventilators, V60, Astral, CPAP and BiPAP machines, nebulizers, ABGs, and CPT
• EMR system is Meditech; prior Meditech experience is preferred
• Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RRT license and certification required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of current acute care hospital RRT experience
• Must have active experience in the specialty within the last 6 months
• BLS and ACLS required (AHA or ARC accepted); certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start
• PALS required for PICU placement
• Trauma experience preferred
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• Two professional references required (Florida requirement)
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more in the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory therapy treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory insufficiencies including asthma, pneumonia, and emphysema
• Team structure includes a director, manager, supervisors, and 8–10 RRTs per shift
• Ideal candidate is a team player, critical thinker, and thrives in a fast-paced environment with a collaborative physician relationship model
• Light grey scrubs required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates will be considered
• The facility is Joint Commission accredited and a designated Certified Primary Stroke Center

American Traveler Job ID #P-691608. 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.