Travel Inpatient Respiratory Therapist - $2,927 per week

American Traveler; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an Inpatient Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in Boston, MA. The role requires 5+ years of Level 1 trauma critical care experience and RRT certification, with a 7p–7:30a night shift schedule (3x12s) and 36 hours per week.

You’ll work in MICU/SICU at a Level 1 trauma center, providing ventilator management, lung-protective strategies, and Code Blue participation, with Epic EMR experience preferred and local licensing as applicable.

Qualifications

• RRT certification required.
• MA Respiratory Care license required.
• BLS certification required.
• NPS and/or ACCS certifications preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of recent experience in a Level 1 trauma facility.
• Recent critical care experience in MICU and SICU required.
• License required if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient respiratory therapy position at a Level 1 trauma facility.
• Provide ventilator management and critical care in MICU and SICU.
• Night shift schedule, 7p-7:30a, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week.
• Participate in Code Blue response team activities.
• Epic EMR documentation and patient data review.
• Possibly experience with Level III NICU and Drager XL/V500 ventilators.

Skills

RRT certification

BLS certification

Critical care experience

Ventilator management

Code Blue participation

Level 1 trauma experience

Tools

Epic EMR

Drager XL

V500 ventilators

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an Inpatient Respiratory Therapist with 5+ years of Level 1 trauma critical care experience and RRT certification for a 13-week night shift assignment.

Details

• Inpatient respiratory therapy position at a Level 1 trauma facility
• Critical care experience required in both MICU and SICU
• Night shift schedule, 7p-7:30a, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Lung protective ventilation familiarity required
• Participation on Code Blue team required
• Ability to make ventilator decisions based on patient assessment and lab results
• Experience with Level III NICU, Drager XL, and V500 ventilators preferred

Requirements

• RRT certification required
• MA Respiratory Care license required
• BLS certification required
• NPS and/or ACCS certifications preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of recent experience in a Level 1 trauma facility
• Recent critical care experience in both MICU and SICU required
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Work as part of a critical care team in a high-acuity trauma environment
• Make independent ventilator management decisions based on clinical assessment and lab data
• Participate in Code Blue response team activities
• 50-mile radius rule applies for local versus travel rate eligibility

American Traveler Job ID #P-774541. 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

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.

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.