Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,545 per week

Cross Country Allied

Carthage (TN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage

Competitive salaries

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a position in Carthage, Tennessee. The assignment is set to begin on 07/20/2026, lasting 13 weeks with 36 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts. Applicants must possess certifications like BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and a license as an RRT in Tennessee.

This role demands independent critical-care readiness, and responsibilities include being the sole therapist during shifts as well as weekend coverage every other weekend as needed.

Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
Certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

Provide critical care as the only Respiratory Therapist on shift.
Work independently in emergency settings.
Bring required licenses and certifications at start.

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a position in Carthage, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

The assignment begins on 07/20/2026, lasts 13 weeks, and requires 36 hours per week across 12‑hour day shifts.

Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 07/20/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel

Responsibilities

Responsibilities center on independent, critical‑care readiness, including working comfortably as the only Respiratory Therapist on shift. Candidates must bring their license on the first day.

Required Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Certification/Licensure required to work as an RRT in Tennessee

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in emergency room and critical care settings

Additional Information

All travelers must have the required certifications prior to start.
State‑specific checks include Tennessee Abuse Registry screening for all clinical staff on assignment in Tennessee; results are required before the assignment start date.
Weekend coverage: every other weekend and as needed, with call requirements as needed.
Equipment: Bipap/CPAP, ventilators, and Vapotherm.
Electronic health record: Meditech.

Benefits