Local Contract Registered Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care - $54 per hour

American Traveler is seeking a local contract Registered Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Seattle, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: May 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with critical care and Level I trauma experience for a night shift travel assignment at a Magnet, teaching hospital in Washington State.

Details

• Work in a high-acuity respiratory care setting within a 500-bed Magnet, academic Level I Trauma Center
• Patient populations include BPICU, SICU, MICU, and NSICU; unit serves patients of all ages with a generally small pediatric population
• High volume of trach patients, spinal cord injuries, neurologically and medically complex cases, and patients with complex sleep-disordered breathing
• Busy ED with ECLS transfers
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:30–07:00
• Every other weekend required
• Charting via Epic (hardstop; experience preferred but not required)
• No on-call required
• No floating required
• Block scheduling available

Requirements

• RRT credential required
• Active Washington State respiratory care license required; license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience, including critical care experience within the last 12 months
• Level I Trauma experience required
• Experience with adult trauma and burn patients, both medically and neurologically complex cases
• Proficiency in vent management, monitoring, O2 therapy, and adult ICU care
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required; open to on-the-job training in peds
• At least 2 travel assignments beyond initial hospital experience
• BLS certification required
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
• Teaching hospital and trauma hospital experience preferred

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rates with no radius requirement
• RTO cannot be requested during orientation week; keep RTO requests to a minimum
• The facility cannot accommodate scheduling requests outside of approved RTO
• Prior UW Health system staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 18 months before returning as a traveler
• Any solid color scrubs are acceptable; light blue scrubs are also provided on the unit
• On-site parking is available for a daily fee; an off-site parking option approximately 1 mile away with weekday shuttle service (5am–10pm) is also available at a reduced rate — additional details will be provided upon placement

American Traveler Job ID #P-702380L. 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.