Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Richland, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 08/10/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT) position located in Richland, Washington. This role involves providing specialized respiratory care within a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and adult intensive care settings. The position requires flexibility to work across departments, including NICU and adult ICU units, with a focus on critically ill patients. The assignment begins on August 10, 2026, offering a rotating shift schedule and collaborative interdisciplinary support.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Rotating shift hours with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid Washington State license in hand with at least 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT).
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Level 3 NICU or adult ICU settings, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and familiarity with high-acuity patient care.
- Float: Float rotation may be required; flexibility in department assignments is essential.
- Additional Information: Must be able to work in a fast-paced NICU environment with specialized equipment such as Bunnell Jet Ventilation. Candidates should have experience with adult critical care, ventilator management, blood gas interpretation, and high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) therapy. The provider should be comfortable with high-pressure alarm troubleshooting and high-frequency ventilator management.
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 #1288178. 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