Local Contract Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $60 per hour

American Traveler; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Substantial housing stipends

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a local contract in Aspen, Colorado. This 13-week position involves night shifts and requires at least 2 years of diverse RT experience. Responsibilities include performing various respiratory procedures across hospital settings.

The ideal candidate will possess a Colorado RT license and certifications such as BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP. American Traveler provides competitive benefits including premium insurance, housing stipends, and 24/7 support.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted CO Respiratory Therapist (RT) license required.
• Minimum 2 years of well-rounded RT experience with a diverse patient population.
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients across all hospital areas.
• Perform cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures.
• Deliver all modalities of respiratory care.

Skills

Unrestricted CO Respiratory Therapist (RT) license

Minimum 2 years of RT experience

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

NRP certification

Epic EMR experience

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

RRT credential

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a local contract Registered Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Aspen, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13‑week night shift contract, requiring at least 2 years of well‑rounded RT experience with a diverse patient population.

Details

• Hospital setting serving emergency, inpatient, and outpatient populations
• Patient population ranges from newborns to geriatric patients
• Performs cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures and delivers all modalities of respiratory care from basic to advanced
• Night shift: 6:30 PM – 6:30 AM
• 13‑week contract

Requirements

• Unrestricted CO Respiratory Therapist (RT) license required, or ability to obtain prior to start date — license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of well‑rounded RT experience with a diverse patient population
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP (Advanced Provider)
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred
• Experience with high‑risk deliveries and neonates preferred
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Must be physically able to safely function in a high‑altitude, low‑oxygen environment (approximately 8,000 ft elevation)
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care to patients across all hospital areas, including the ED, inpatient units, and outpatient settings
• No RTO (time off requests) will be accepted for this assignment
• The position is located in a high‑altitude area; candidates must be prepared to work in a low‑oxygen environment at approximately 8,000 ft elevation
• Housing in the immediate area is extremely competitive and expensive — travelers are encouraged to explore options in nearby towns such as Basalt, Carbondale, and Glenwood Springs

American Traveler Job ID #P-712346L. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist

Benefits

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.