Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,059 per week

Thrive Staffing; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing patients' respiratory care needs and planning, organizing, performing, and evaluating treatments to meet those needs.

The role requires 2+ years of experience, CRT or RRT credentials, and PA state licensure. This travel position offers a 36-hour workweek with 12-hour night shifts and no on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• CRT or RRT credentials.
• Must possess a Pennsylvania state license.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory care requirements through comprehensive evaluation.
• Plan and implement appropriate treatment protocols and modalities.
• Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of treatments and adjust as needed.
• Facilitate optimal interactions with patients and their families.

Skills

RT Experience

Education

CRT or RRT certification

PA State License

Job description

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Respiratory Therapist
Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing patients' respiratory care needs based on various data sources. This role involves planning, organizing, performing, and evaluating treatment modalities to effectively meet those needs and ensure an optimal patient and family experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory care requirements through comprehensive evaluation.
• Plan and implement appropriate treatment protocols and modalities.
• Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of treatments and adjust as needed.
• Facilitate optimal interactions with patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Required credentials: CRT or RRT, BLS (AHA).
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania state license.

Work Schedule

This position offers 36 hours of work per week, requiring availability for every other weekend and holiday, with no on-call responsibilities.

Location

Wilkes-Barre, PA

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19453691. 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: Allied:Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT),19:00:00-07:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.