Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,623 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position at a Level III trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of experience and comfort treating both adult and pediatric ICU patients.

Details

• Short-term acute care, Level III Trauma Center and teaching hospital with 733 staffed beds
• Respiratory Therapy department serving adult and pediatric ICU patients
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)
• Every other weekend required, with holiday coverage as needed
• Float within scope to meet facility needs across like units
• Epic EMR used for charting
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active state or Compact RRT license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of applicable Respiratory Therapy experience
• Must be comfortable working with both adult and pediatric ICU patients
• Must pass Advanced EKG exam as part of compliance
• Epic EMR experience required
• No background or license actions within the past 12 months
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Comfortable working across adult and pediatric ICU patient populations
• Willing to float within the hospital or affiliated campuses based on staffing needs
• Scrub color requirement: solid black or black and white
• Maximum of 4 days RTO permitted, with no holiday RTO accepted
• Candidates requesting holiday RTO may request one major holiday only
• Former employees must be separated from the facility for at least one year before returning as a traveler
• Night shift travelers may extend contracts twice (maximum of three contracts total) before requiring a six-month break
• Local candidates residing within 50 miles of the main campus are not eligible
• Completion of required compliance modules prior to start (estimated 4-10 hours)

American Traveler Job ID #P-759217. 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.