Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,585 per week

Cross Country Allied; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Anchorage, Alaska. The RT will provide pediatric and adult respiratory care, ventilator management, and nocturnal shifts in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires CRT/RRT certification with BLS/ACLS/NRP, and flexibility for 12-hour night shifts and a 36-hour minimum per week. Assignment spans approximately 13 weeks with housing and benefits provided.

Qualifications

• CRT / RRT certifications required.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP required.
• 0+ years of experience acceptable for travel RT positions.

Responsibilities

• Ventilator setup and management from neonates to adults.
• Hi Flow therapy in NICU and other respiratory treatments.
• Nebulizer treatments and Nitric Oxide administration.
• Flolan therapy, BiPAP, Bubble CPAP as needed.
• EKG procedures and continuous patient monitoring.
• Float rotation may be required.

Skills

Ventilator management

Neonatal care

Adult respiratory therapy

ECG monitoring

Education

CRT / RRT certifications

Tools

BLS

ACLS

NRP

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Anchorage, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Pediatric (PEDS) for a healthcare provider in Anchorage, Alaska. This role involves providing respiratory care in a specialized pediatric unit, including ventilator management, neonatal and adult respiratory treatments, and more. The position requires flexibility to work nights, with a focus on acute respiratory procedures within a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

• Location: Respiratory Therapy Department in Anchorage, Alaska
• Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• End Date: 01/18/2027
• Certifications: CRT / RRT, BLS, ACLS, NRP
• Experience: 0 years minimum required
• Schedule: Nights, 12 hours shifts, minimum 36 hours weekly
• Responsibilities include ventilator setup for neonates through adults, Hi Flow therapy in NICU, Nebulizer treatments, Nitric Oxide administration, Flolan therapy, Bipap, Bubble CPAP, EKG procedures, and patient monitoring
• Typical procedures performed on the unit include vent management, neonate to adult respiratory therapy, and electronic cardiac monitoring
• Float: Float rotation may be required
• Dress Code: Scrubs in designated color

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 #1321559. 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