Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,802 to $2,002 per week in Altoona, PA

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Altoona, PA
Agency: Jackson HealthPros
Pay: $1,802 to $2,002 per week
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/18/2026

About the Position

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider where you’ll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program
• Current state license in good standing with the State License Board
• One year experience as an RRT
• BLS certification
• Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required.
• 2 years of experience is required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RTT)
• State License
• PA Act 31
• PA Act 33
• PA Act 34
• PA Act 73

Assignment Details

• Flex shifts.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to improving the lives of others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with Jackson HealthPros, you get the flexibility, stability and growth you need with the satisfaction of impacting communities nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts in cities coast to coast. Get full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance (at no cost to you) in travel contracts that give you the freedom to explore, with the stability of a full-time job. Find your perfect match with ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed for health professionals.

Location Highlights

Altoona, Pennsylvania offers access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions, with Canoe Creek State Park about 15 miles away and Blue Knob State Park about 30 miles from the city. The city is home to the Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark and the Railroaders Memorial Museum, two notable sites tied to Altoona’s rail history. Downtown Altoona provides a small-city setting with local dining and arts venues, while Pittsburgh is roughly a 2-hour drive west for additional entertainment and airport access. The area also includes nearby hiking and mountain biking options in the Allegheny Mountains, making it a practical fit for clinicians seeking a quieter setting with access to outdoor activity.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.