Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,239 per week in Seattle, WA

Job Opportunity – Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Pediatrics – Seattle, WA 98122

Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Seattle, Washington

Schedule: Day shift, 3x12-Hour (06:30 - 19:00). Patient volume includes 5 ventilators and 6-8 RVUs. Variable weekend coverage required. Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day).

Highlights:

• 91-day travel assignment in a dynamic respiratory therapy department serving 500 rooms
• Work with diverse patient populations including adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
• Comprehensive orientation with 40 hours of training to ensure successful onboarding
• First-time travelers accepted with appropriate experience and credentials
• Opportunity to work with advanced ventilator systems including Draeger and Servo I
• Float opportunities to other campuses for professional growth and variety

Requirements:

• Active Washington State Respiratory Therapist license required at time of submission
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS, and RRT (all required)
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
• PICU and Adult Critical Care experience required (hard stop)
• Experience with Emergency Department and Pediatrics settings required
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record system required
• Demonstrated competency with Draeger and Servo I ventilators required
• Experience with airway management, medication administration (including Nitric Oxide), and advanced ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and high frequency oscillator
• Strong skills in ABG interpretation and basic EKG
• Pulmonary Function Test Lab experience preferred
• Willingness to float to other campuses as needed
• Must be separated from any affiliated health system for minimum 3 months if previously a permanent employee
• Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years

Why Join Us?

This travel assignment offers an excellent opportunity to advance your respiratory therapy career in a premier Seattle healthcare setting. You'll work with cutting-edge ventilator technology and diverse patient populations while receiving comprehensive support throughout your 91-day assignment. Competitive compensation package with guaranteed hours, professional development opportunities, and the flexibility of travel healthcare make this an ideal position for experienced respiratory therapists seeking their next challenge.