Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,895 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Saint Louis, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 11/16/2026 Duration: 26 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 16, 2026 Length: 26 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position requiring adult critical care and high-volume ED trauma experience. Details Hospital-based respiratory therapy unit within a 767-bed facility Treats respiratory patients throughout the hospital including SICU, CCU, CVICU, ED, Neuro, and Trauma units Pediatric patients are stabilized in the ED and transported to a sister hospital Uses Avea ventilators, LTV transport, V60 Bipap, Vapotherm, and Airvo high flow equipment EPIC EMR system used Night shift, 3x12 schedule, 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM Weekend hours and call requirements as needed by facility Floating as required by facility Patient ratios based on a point system dependent on staffing Requirements RRT licensure with Missouri Board for Respiratory Care required (license required if applicable) BLS and ACLS certification from AHA required PALS certification preferred Minimum 1 year of recent experience in respiratory therapy Adult critical care experience required High-volume, busy ED with trauma experience required Blood gas draw, processing on GEM, and interpretation skills preferred No employment gaps of 90+ days within the past 12 months Additional Information Provide respiratory care across multiple critical care and emergency departments Strong, confident therapist with good time management skills needed Willingness to assist coworkers as time allows Black scrubs required per Mercy standard dress code Flu vaccination or Mercy-approved exemption required November 1 through April 1, with no declinations accepted Up to 5 days of requested time off allowed but must be made up during the assignment Local candidates accepted, though local contract and radius rules may apply American Traveler Job ID #P-783876. 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: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Traveler