Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $1,954 per week

American Traveler; Templeton (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift assignment in Templeton, California. The role requires RRT credentials, pediatric and labor and delivery experience, and certification in BLS, NRP, ACLS, and PALS.

You’ll work 3x12 hour nights for 13 weeks in an acute care setting with 36 hours per week, eligible for travel compensation and stipends as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program
• NBRC-RRT credential required (NBRC-CRT accepted)
• Respiratory Care Practitioner license preferred, required if applicable
• BLS certification required
• NRP, ACLS, PALS certifications required at hire or within 90 days

Responsibilities

• Assess and document appropriateness of prescribed respiratory therapy
• Administer aerosol and oxygen therapy and maintain related charting
• Draw arterial blood gases per policy and physician order
• Provide care to ventilator patients and perform drainage procedures
• Assist in department recordkeeping and supervise new employees
• Instruct nursing staff on patient and equipment surveillance after initial installation
• Provide input on patient treatment and pulmonary progress
• Work independently and in a supervisory capacity as delegated

Skills

RRT credential

BLS Certified

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Education

Respiratory Therapy Program Graduate

Tools

Cerner

EPIC

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Templeton, California.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Templeton, California.

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 a Registered Respiratory Therapist with Labor and Delivery and Pediatric experience for a night shift position requiring NRP, ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting within a 122-bed facility
• Respiratory Therapy department providing care across adult and geriatric patient populations
• Experience with Labor and Delivery and Pediatric patients required
• Night shift schedule, 3x12s, 1830-0700
• Rotating weekends required

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program
• NBRC-RRT credential required (NBRC-CRT accepted)
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license preferred, required if applicable
• BLS certification required
• NRP certification required at hire or within 90 days
• ACLS certification required at hire or within 90 days
• PALS certification required at hire or within 90 days
• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty, with recent experience within the last 3 months
• Cerner and EPIC experience, if applicable, should be noted in employment history

Additional Information

• Assesses and documents appropriateness of prescribed respiratory therapy for patients
• Administers aerosol and oxygen therapy and maintains related charting
• Draws arterial blood gases per policy and physician order
• Provides care to ventilator patients and performs drainage procedures
• Assists in department recordkeeping, training, and supervision of new employees
• Instructs nursing personnel on patient and equipment surveillance after initial installation
• Provides input on patient treatment and pulmonary progress
• Works both independently and in a supervisory capacity as delegated
• Position represented by SEIU
• Candidates with more than 5 days of requested RTO will be automatically declined
• Candidates with a prior licensure action will not be considered
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction; local rates match travel rates

American Traveler Job ID #P-780480. 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 - Registered RT/RRT

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.