Travel Certified Respiratory Therapist - $1,453 per week

American Traveler; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist for a day shift travel position in Tucson, AZ. The assignment runs 13 weeks with a 36-hour workweek, typically 3×12-hour days.

Responsibilities include ICU, ED, and general floor coverage, along with procedures and ventilator management. BLS/ACLS required; NBRC certified; license as applicable. Housing stipends and comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• BLS and ACLS certification required.
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in respiratory therapy.
• ICU, general floor, and ED experience required.
• Registered or certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• License required if applicable.
• No certifications expiring within first 30 days of start.
• No employment gaps of 90+ days or more within the past 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Follow protocols approved by medical staff and department policy to deliver timely diagnostic and therapeutic services.
• Assist physicians with invasive and non-invasive procedures.
• Deliver medicated aerosols via medical compressed gas.
• Maintain airways, manage ventilators, perform intubations, and conduct blood gas analysis.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

Respiratory therapy experience

ICU experience

ED experience

NBRC certification

State license (if applicable)

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Tucson, Arizona.

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist for a day shift travel position requiring BLS, ACLS, and ICU, general floor, and ED experience.

Details

• Respiratory Therapy department providing cardiopulmonary services to inpatients and outpatients
• Covers ICU, general floors, and ED, with minimal NICU/Peds exposure needed to support ED coverage
• Day shift schedule, 0630-1900, three 12-hour shifts per week
• 13-week assignment length

Requirements

• BLS and ACLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in respiratory therapy
• ICU, general floor, and ED experience required
• Registered or certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• License required if applicable
• No certifications expiring within first 30 days of start
• No employment gaps of 90+ days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Follow protocols approved by medical staff and department policy to deliver timely diagnostic and therapeutic services
• Assist physicians with invasive and non-invasive procedures
• Deliver medicated aerosols via medical compressed gas
• Maintain airways, manage ventilators, perform intubations, and conduct blood gas analysis
• Does not accept local candidates within a 50-mile radius
• RTO requests must be less than 1 week
• Returning employees who worked as perm staff at any facility within the health system within the past 2 years will not be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-757413. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Certified RT/CRT

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.