Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,240 per week

Cross Country Allied; Milwaukee (WI); Vor Ort; USD 72.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

CE credits

Zusammenfassung

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Milwaukee, WI. The RT will provide comprehensive respiratory care, transport patients as needed, and operate a range of ventilation and monitoring equipment under general supervision.

The role requires pediatric RT licensure, flexible travel readiness, and the ability to work 12-hour day shifts with a minimum 36 hours per week across a 13-week assignment.

Qualifikationen

• Pediatric RT licensure required or eligible in Wisconsin.
• Current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Travel assignments require flexibility with shifts and locations.

Aufgaben

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans within scope of licensure.
• Administer invasive and noninvasive ventilation, oxygen, aerosol therapies.
• Operate and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment and related devices.
• Document treatments and communicate with physicians and care teams.

Kenntnisse

Pediatric RT

Travel assignment

RT licensure

Ausbildung

Respiratory Therapist licensure (RT)

Jobbeschreibung

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• 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, Milwaukee. The Respiratory Therapist provides comprehensive respiratory care and medically prescribed patient transport with minimal supervision and within the scope of professional licensure. The role evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, administers respiratory therapies, supports emergency and procedural care, and educates patients and families.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts consist of 12-hour shifts with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Professional respiratory therapy licensure and the ability to practice within the scope of that license.
• Additional Information:
  • Evaluates patients and recommends respiratory treatment plans.
  • Administers invasive and non-invasive ventilation, oxygen, aerosol, nebulizer, and humidification therapies.
  • Performs chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oximetry, capnography, pulmonary function studies, and arterial punctures.
  • Provides tracheostomy care, including emergent and non-emergent insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes.
  • Performs insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes using free-hand and video laryngoscope techniques.
  • Sets up, tests, operates, maintains, and monitors mechanical ventilation equipment.
  • Performs 12-lead electrocardiograms and basic arrhythmia recognition.
  • Assists with bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, chest tube placement, and other respiratory care procedures.
  • Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) guidelines.
  • Documents treatments, patient responses, assessments, test results, and shift-to-shift handoff information.
  • Communicates with attending and pulmonary physicians regarding therapy effectiveness.
  • Provides patient education regarding treatments, tests, equipment, and discharge care.
  • Follows laboratory testing procedures, including specimen handling, equipment use, documentation, quality control, and maintenance, where applicable.
  • Supports preventative maintenance and repair of respiratory equipment.

Benefits

• 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 #1353005. 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