American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Clinton, Maryland.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) with 2+ years of adult critical care, ED, and transport experience for a night shift hospital assignment.
Details
- Community hospital setting within the Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit
- Adult critical care and Emergency Department patient population
- Handles patient transports as part of daily responsibilities
- Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30
- Every other weekend required
- Holiday coverage as needed
- 26-week contract length
Requirements
- RRT or CRT certification accepted
- ACLS and BLS certifications required
- MD state license or compact license required (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience within the last 7 years
- Adult critical care, ED, and transport experience required
- Community hospital experience required
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Completion of at least 1 prior travel assignment required
- Skilled in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
- Experience with airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and suctioning
- Proficient in drawing and interpreting arterial blood gases (ABGs)
- Experience with medication delivery systems including nebulizers, MDIs, and aerosol setups
- Experience caring for patients with ARDS, COVID, pneumonia, and fresh tracheostomy
Additional Information
- Provide respiratory care services across adult critical care and emergency department settings
- Perform chest physiotherapy and manage patients on various oxygen therapy and ventilation devices
- Administer a range of respiratory medications including bronchodilators and corticosteroids
- Black scrub color required
- Off-cycle orientation accepted, starting every Monday
- Local candidates within 60 miles accepted at a lower rate
- First-time travelers will not be considered given the travel experience requirement
- Limited RTO permitted, with no time off allowed during the first two weeks of the assignment
- Previous employees must have a minimum one-year separation before returning as a traveler
American Traveler Job ID #P-739964. 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: 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.