Pediatric Travel Respiratory Therapist — Night Shift, LTAC

American Traveler, LLC.; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Housing Allowance

Travel Reimbursement

Non-taxed Per Diem

Traveler Rewards

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. seeks a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) with 3+ years of pediatric experience for a night shift assignment at a pediatric care facility.

The role involves working in a pediatric critical care LTAC, handling a 1:10 patient load, and managing ventilator support, BiPAP/CPAP, and tracheostomy care. Travel experience and state licensure by start are required, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Current CRT or RRT certification is required.
• BLS certification is required and state license is needed by start date.
• Minimum 3 years of pediatric respiratory therapy experience.
• Prior travel assignment experience is required.
• Experience with ventilator management and ABG interpretation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care in a pediatric critical care unit.
• Care for complex pediatric patients in LTAC settings with 1:10 patient ratio.
• Operate ventilators, BiPAP, CPAP and related equipment.
• Administer prescribed respiratory medications and manage airway needs.
• Assist with pulmonary hygiene, sputum collection, and airway procedures.
• Document care and coordinate with care teams; some night shifts and weekends.

Skills

CRT or RRT certification

BLS certification

Pediatric experience (3+ years)

Travel assignment experience

Ventilator management (weaning, BiPAP,

ABG interpretation

Tracheostomy care

Pediatric equipment handling

Medication delivery systems (nebulizer

Tools

Ventilator management hardware

CPT machine

Volera

MetaNeb

Cough assist devices

Tracheostomy equipment

PointClickCare experience

Job description

American Traveler, LLC. seeks a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) with 3+ years of pediatric experience for a night shift assignment at a pediatric care facility.

The role involves working in a pediatric critical care LTAC, handling a 1:10 patient load, and managing ventilator support, BiPAP/CPAP, and tracheostomy care. Travel experience and state licensure by start are required, with competitive pay and benefits.