Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,090 per week

Cross Country Allied; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

CE credits

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a pediatric-focused assignment in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The RT will provide advanced respiratory care to pediatric patients and support the healthcare team in a high-volume environment.

Requirements include a valid Wisconsin license, PALS, and recent critical care experience; EPIC proficiency is preferred. The assignment runs 10/04/2026–01/02/2027 with 12-hour night shifts and 36 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Valid Wisconsin license before start date.
• PALS certification required.
• Recent critical care experience (last 12 months) or prior critical care exposure.
• Experience with EPIC Electronic Health Records.
• Travel experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory care to pediatric patients.
• Support the healthcare team in a high-volume environment.
• Manage care during 12-hour night shifts with 36 hours per week.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Pediatric care

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in a pediatric setting. This position involves providing advanced respiratory care to pediatric patients and supporting the healthcare team in a dynamic environment. The role requires clinical expertise and the ability to adapt to a high-volume workload.

Job Details:

• Locations: State of Wisconsin; candidates must hold a valid Wisconsin license prior to start date.
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shift hours, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid Wisconsin license in hand prior to start date; pediatric life support certification such as Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is required; current critical care experience within the last 12 months or experience working in critical care; ability to manage a heavy workload; experience with Electronic Patient Record systems (EPIC); travel experience is preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in pediatric respiratory therapy; prior travel therapy experience.
• Additional Information: The assignment is scheduled to run from 10/04/2026 to 01/02/2027. Candidates may need to float onsite within their skill set or to sites within 40 miles if needed to ensure adequate staffing.
• Submission Requirements: Professional resume, license/certificate verification, professional profile, two professional references, skills checklist.

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 #1317729. 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