Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,000 per week

Cross Country Allied; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role focuses on pediatric respiratory care, including airway management, ventilator support, and diagnostic testing for inpatient and outpatient populations.

The schedule is 12-hour days, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Requires NBRC certification, RRT or CRT, Arkansas license, and ACLS/BLS per American Heart Association; travel benefits include housing options, health

Qualifications

• Registered or certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• RRT certification or CRT certification.
• Arkansas Respiratory Therapist license.
• ACLS and BLS certifications through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Airway maintenance.
• Ventilator management.
• Respiratory treatments.
• Invasive and non-invasive procedures.
• Pulmonary function studies.
• Cardiac and pulmonary stress testing.
• Arterial line insertion.
• Intubation.
• Blood gas analysis.

Education

Registered or certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care

RRT or CRT certification

Arkansas Respiratory Therapist license

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Little Rock, Arkansas.

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered, RT PEDS.

The Respiratory Therapist provides cardiopulmonary diagnostic and therapeutic services to inpatient and outpatient populations. Responsibilities include airway maintenance, ventilator management, respiratory treatments, invasive and non-invasive procedures, pulmonary function studies, cardiac and pulmonary stress testing, arterial line insertion, intubation, and blood gas analysis.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Registered or certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification.
  • Arkansas Respiratory Therapist license.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications through the American Heart Association.
• Additional Information:
  • Follow approved medical protocols, department policies, and procedures.
  • Assist physicians with invasive and non-invasive procedures.
  • Administer medicated aerosols using medical compressed gas.
  • Perform ventilator management, airway maintenance, arterial line insertion, intubations, pulmonary function studies, cardiac and pulmonary stress tests, and blood gas analysis.
  • Assignment dates are 11/30/2026 through 03/01/2027.

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 #1350441. 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