Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 86,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Weekly paychecks

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing in Washington, DC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for travel assignments at healthcare facilities. The RT delivers respiratory care, management, and rehabilitation under physician direction, helping patients from infants to seniors breathe easier.

This role requires current RT certification/registration, CPR when applicable, and compliance with federal/state rules. Travel position offers weekly pay and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, and a

Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Therapist Certification or Registration.
• One year of respiratory therapy clinical experience preferred.
• Current CPR if applicable.
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Health certificate per contract or state regulation.
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care and rehabilitation under physician direction.
• Treat conditions affecting the pulmonary system and help patients breathe easier.

Skills

RT Certification

Clinical Experience

CPR

Regulatory Compliance

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Travel

Pay: $2212 / Week

Hours: 36.00

Location: Washington, DC

The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory and pulmonarytherapy, management, and rehabilitation under the direction of a doctor. The Respiratory Therapist treats conditionsthat affect the pulmonary system and help patients who are having troublebreathing from infants to the elderly in a variety of health caresettings.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Respiratory Therapist Certification or Registration for the state in which he/she practices
• One year of respiratory therapy clinical experiencepreferred
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age Compliance & EthicsExpectations

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Allied

Job Function: Allied | Respiratory Therapist | Respiratory Therapist

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0270

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $2212 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-09-25T17:59:31