Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Critical Care, Epic Systems, Geriatrics, Hospital, Identify Issues, Medical Treatment, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Pneumonia, Protocol Analysis, Radiology, Respiratory Medicine, Respiratory Therapy, Team Player, Ventilator
Start Date: August 24, 2026
Location: Santa Rosa, California
Schedule: Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (06:30 - 19:00), full-time. Weekend coverage required. Must be willing to work 2 out of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year). 40 hours of orientation provided.
Highlights:- 13-week travel assignment at a regional trauma center caring for diverse patient populations including adults, pediatrics, geriatrics, infants, and adolescents
- Work autonomously using respiratory care protocols to evaluate, assess, and treat patients requiring strong critical thinking skills
- Access to advanced respiratory equipment including Drager V800 ventilators, V60 BiPAP, Vapotherm, IPV and Cough Assist, and Ambu bronchoscopy scopes
- Collaborative interdisciplinary environment with support from pharmacy, radiology, physical therapy, rapid response teams, and other specialized services
- Opportunity to work in a comprehensive care setting managing complex diagnoses including ARDS, pneumonia, bronchoscopy procedures, and critical care ventilation
- Float opportunities to affiliate facilities may be required
Requirements:- Valid California Respiratory Therapist license (must be in hand prior to submission)
- Current certifications: RRT, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP
- Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required
- Epic charting system experience required
- Community hospital experience required
- Trauma Level I or II experience preferred
- Proficiency in adult critical care, mechanical ventilation, high flow nasal cannula, BiPAP/CPAP, arterial blood gas interpretation, intubation assistance, and airway management
- Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
- Must reside outside 50-mile local radius
Why Join Us?This travel respiratory therapist position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic regional trauma center where you'll utilize advanced equipment and protocols while caring for patients across all age groups. With competitive compensation, comprehensive orientation, and the chance to enhance your skills in a fast-paced critical care environment, this assignment provides excellent professional growth. Housing options may be limited in the area, so early planning is recommended.