Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,275 per week

Cross Country Allied; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401(k)

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Kennewick, Washington. The role involves caring for patients from neonates to adults across ICU, NICU, and Med-Surg units in a busy teaching hospital setting.

Shifts are 12 hours at night, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Washington license, ACLS/PALS/NRP/BLS are required, with at least two years of pediatric RT experience.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State license required.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP and BLS certifications required.
• At least 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience with pediatric focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care across neonates to adults in ICU, Med-Surg and NICU.
• Work 12-hour night shifts with a 36-hour week.
• Support a teaching hospital environment in southeastern Washington.

Skills

Pediatric RT

Allied Health

Education

washington state license

ACLS

PALS

NRP

BLS

Tools

PB980

EV300

Airvo

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Kennewick, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Pediatric (PEDS) in a healthcare setting located in southeastern Washington. This role involves providing respiratory care across all age groups, from neonates to adults, in a busy ICU, Med-Surg, and NICU environment. The position supports a teaching hospital within a community that offers a wide range of medical services and a vibrant recreational landscape.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid Washington State license, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), BLS (Basic Life Support); at least 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist with pediatric experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: ICU and NICU experience, responding to codes neonate through adult.
• Additional Information: The unit includes ICU, Med-Surg, and NICU beds with patient ratios that vary; equipment includes PB980, EV300, and Airvo. Dress code is scrubs in any color, and scrubs must be worn at all times.

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 #1312403. 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 - RT PEDS Respiratory Therapist.

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