Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,150 per week

Cross Country Allied 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: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT RRT) position in Saint Louis, Missouri. This role involves providing specialized respiratory care in a Short Term Acute Care facility with 1259 beds. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment. The position is scheduled for night shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 08/03/2026.

Job Details:

• Shift Hours: 12-hour night shifts
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36.0 hours
• Required Qualifications: Missouri (MO) or compact state license, valid at the time of submittal; 0 years of experience; current BLS, RRT, and ACLS certifications; no minimum experience required.
• Certifications: BLS, RRT, ACLS
• Vaccinations: Flu vaccine (Medical/Religious exemptions only)
• Additional Skills and Experience: Experience in adult critical care, aerosol set up mask and trach, airway management including intubation and suctioning, use of BiPAP, CPAP, high flow nasal cannula (HFNC), inhaled medications such as Flolan, bronchoscopy, arterial blood gas interpretation, tracheostomy care/management, troubleshooting high pressure alarms, ultrasonics, and weaning from mechanical ventilation.
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, minimum 36 hours per week starting 08/03/2026
• On-Call / Float: Not explicitly required, but candidates may float within scope to meet facility needs.
• Additional Information: Candidates must have epic experience and meet all clinical skill requirements as listed.

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 #1275792. 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: 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