Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,110 per week

Cross Country Allied; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent coverage

Competitive salary

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Travel Respiratory Therapist to join our Akron, Ohio team for a 13-week assignment. The role focuses on ventilatory support, airway procedures, and patient education, with duties spanning evaluation, treatment, and collaboration with medical staff.

The position requires a valid respiratory therapy license and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Work schedule is days, 12-hour shifts, totaling 36 hours per week, with travel benefits and housing options

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience preferred; valid respiratory therapy license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive respiratory care to patients per physician orders.
• Operate ventilatory and related respiratory equipment.
• Perform airway procedures, chest physiotherapy, and monitor patient responses.

Skills

Patient care

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Respiratory Therapy License

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Akron, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Akron, Ohio. This position involves providing comprehensive respiratory care to patients within the healthcare facility, including operating ventilatory equipment, performing airway procedures, and conducting diagnostic tests. The role emphasizes patient education, treatment evaluation, and collaboration with medical staff to ensure optimal respiratory health outcomes.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: One year of relevant experience preferred; valid respiratory therapy license required.
• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Performs evaluation, treatment, and patient education related to respiratory therapy as prescribed by physicians.
• Operates ventilatory and aerosol equipment for invasive and non-invasive respiratory support, medication delivery, and oxygenation.
• Conducts chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oxygen and aerosol treatments, and performs routine chest x-ray reviews.
• Performs pulmonary function studies, arterial punctures, and monitors patient responses to therapies.
• Assists with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care.
• Maintains detailed documentation of treatments, responses, and equipment operation.
• Ensures all respiratory therapy equipment is properly maintained and operated according to policy.
• Performs CPR in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Communicates effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care.
• Records all treatment and patient response data accurately and verifies billing entries.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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 #1339081. 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