Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,810 per week

Cross Country Allied; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a pediatric and neonatal critical care role in Lawton, Oklahoma. You will deliver specialized respiratory care and support under supervision, with opportunities to train staff and uphold clinical protocols.

Responsibilities include patient care in ICU settings, supervising team members, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The assignment is 13 weeks, nights, 12-hour shifts, with travel benefits and housing options.

Qualifications

• Oklahoma license.
• Associate degree in respiratory therapy.
• At least 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience.
• NICU experience.
• Active certifications including NRP, BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), PALS (AHA).
• Experience in critical care respiratory therapy; ability to work nights.
• 36 hours per week minimum schedule; start and end dates specified.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care activities in critical care areas including adult, pediatric, and neonatal units.
• Train respiratory therapy personnel in critical care areas.
• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Critical care

Pediatric care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in respiratory therapy

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lawton, Oklahoma.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lawton, Oklahoma.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) located in the area served by the healthcare provider provides critical care respiratory therapy services for pediatric and neonatal patients in an intensive care setting. The role involves delivering specialized patient care activities under supervision, training respiratory therapy personnel, and ensuring compliance with clinical protocols in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

• Position Description: Under supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor and the Cardiopulmonary Manager, provides patient care activities in critical care areas, including adult, pediatric, and neonatal units. Responsible for training respiratory therapy personnel in these areas.
• Required Qualifications: Oklahoma license; Associate degree in respiratory therapy or equivalent; at least 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience; NICU experience; active certifications including NRP, BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), PALS (AHA); College diploma or official transcript; experience in critical care respiratory therapy; ability to work nights; 36 hours per week minimum schedule; start date of 10/20/2026 and end date of 01/19/2027.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with pediatric respiratory care.
• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must submit work history, permanent address, certifications, and licenses prior to starting.
• Additional Information: Unable to accommodate blocked scheduling; first-time travelers not accepted; clinical compliance must be completed one week prior to start date.

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 #1327001. 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