Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,085 per week

Cross Country Allied; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Chapel Hill, NC. The RT will provide pediatric, neonatal, and adult respiratory care, including airway and ventilator management, in a hospital setting.

Night shifts and 12-hour shifts are described for a 13-week assignment starting 09/28/2026. The role requires NBRC RRT certification, hospital experience with pediatric/neonatal patients, and EPIC EMR proficiency.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• Ability to work with pediatric and neonatal populations in a hospital setting for at least 2 years.
• EPIC electronic medical record experience.
• No ECMO experience within the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory care to pediatric, neonatal, and adult patients in hospital settings.
• Manage airway and ventilator settings and adjustments.
• Perform respiratory procedures and clinical documentation.
• Monitor patient status and respond to emergent respiratory changes.

Skills

Respiratory care

Airway management

Ventilator management

Pediatric care

ECMO awareness

Education

RRT NBRC certification

Graduation from accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in a healthcare setting located in the region. This role involves providing advanced respiratory care to pediatric, neonatal, and adult patients within hospital environments, including airway management, ventilator management, and respiratory procedures. The position requires working night shifts and offers an opportunity to serve as a resource for complex respiratory interventions.

Job Details

• Position: Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS)
• Location: Not specified
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program; Current certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC); Ability to work with pediatric and neonatal populations for at least 2 years in a hospital setting; EPIC electronic medical record experience; no ECMO experience within the last 5 years.
• Skill Set: Respiratory care, airway management, mechanical ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, problem solving, pulmonary function testing, tracheostomy care, endotracheal intubation, extubation, patient transport, extracorporeal circulation management, ventilator setup, monitoring, weaning techniques, clinical documentation, technical procedure interpretation, mathematical reasoning.
• Additional Information: May perform advanced respiratory procedures, assist with Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization, and manage ECMO support if required. Must be able to independently operate and verify ventilator functionality, provide appropriate monitoring, and utilize specialized ventilator modes.
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must be available to start on 09/28/2026 and complete assignment by 12/26/2026.

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
• Capable of direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1312256. 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