Travel Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,415 per week

Cross Country Allied; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend/Private housing

Health insurance with prescription

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

CE credits

Direct deposit

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Butte, Montana. The RT will provide advanced cardiopulmonary care, serve as a clinical resource, and educate patients and families while contributing to quality and safety initiatives.

The role requires NBRC credentials, RRT license, BLS, and a commitment to 12-hour shifts with 36 hours per week in a travel setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NBRC-accredited program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NBRC.
• Current RRT license in the practicing state; BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret diagnostic testing (e.g., ABGs) per protocols.
• Administer medications and manage respiratory therapy plans.
• Troubleshoot respiratory equipment and initiate protocols.
• Evaluate patient responses and adjust care; document outcomes.
• Educate patients and families; ensure self-care readiness.
• Complete clinical documentation and participate in QA initiatives.
• Support patient safety and participate in departmental projects; on-call may be required.

Skills

Pediatric RT

Critical thinking

Patient education

Documentation

Quality improvement

Life support

Care planning

Patient care

Education

NBRC-Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Butte, Montana.

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 24 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered RT PEDS. The Respiratory Therapist Registered provides advanced respiratory care to evaluate, treat, manage, and control cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities. This position serves as a clinical resource, supports patient and family education, and contributes to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Job Details

• Required Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited program approved by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) registration through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); current Registered Respiratory Therapist license in the state of practice; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; skills in respiratory therapy, patient education, patient care, life support, care planning, patient care delivery, critical thinking, documentation, quality improvement, and following protocols.
• Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: Responsibilities include performing and interpreting diagnostic testing, obtaining arterial blood gases, troubleshooting respiratory equipment, initiating respiratory protocols, administering medications, evaluating patient responses, communicating patient status to the care team, teaching patients and families self-care techniques, completing clinical documentation, monitoring supplies and equipment, and participating in quality improvement, research, patient safety, and departmental initiatives. The position may include special clinical projects, on‑call assignments, and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1344496. 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus