Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $1,620 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Somerset, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered 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

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Pediatric (PEDS) in a healthcare facility located in Somerset, Kentucky. This position involves providing respiratory therapy services for pediatric patients in a state-of-the-art, 305-bed acute care facility serving an 11-county area. The role is critical in supporting cardiac care and neurosurgery programs, with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care during night shifts.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid certification as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Pediatric (PEDS), with 1-2 years of relevant experience, and the candidate must be located 60 miles or greater from the healthcare facility
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with pediatric patients and familiarity with electronic health record systems
• Float: Float rotation may be required
• Additional Information: Orientation occurs weekly on Mondays. The unit serves pediatric populations and maintains a low patient-to-provider ratio to ensure quality care. Candidates should be adaptable to a fast-paced environment and committed to delivering compassionate patient-centered services.

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 #1321999. 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus