Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,135 per week

Cross Country Allied; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Richland, Washington. The role covers neonatal through geriatric care, with 12-hour shifts and a 36-hour week, on a rotating schedule.

Start date 12/14/2026 for 13 weeks, with holiday coverage as required. The ideal candidate has 1+ year of RT experience, RRT credential, ACLS/BLS/NRP/PALS certifications, and Epic charting experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience.
• RRT credential required.
• ACLS/BLS/NRP/PALS certifications required.
• Experience with electronic charting (Epic) mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care for neonates to geriatric patients.
• Participate in airway management, intubation, and ventilation support.
• Float between units as needed on a rotating schedule.
• Document care in electronic health records.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

NRP

PALS

Elect. charting experience

Education

Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT)

Tools

Epic

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Richland, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist


• Discipline: Allied Health Professional


• Start Date: 12/14/2026


• Duration: 13 weeks


• 36 hours per week


• Shift: 12 hours


• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered, RT PEDS. This position provides respiratory care for neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients in a rotating schedule. The role requires respiratory therapy experience, required certifications, electronic charting experience, and the ability to float between units as needed.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week; weekends required every other weekend.


• Required Qualifications: At least 1 year of respiratory therapy experience; Respiratory Therapist Registered credential; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications; electronic charting experience.


• Preferred Qualifications: Trauma Level II experience.


• Float: Float rotation may be required.


• Additional Information:
  
  
  
  • Provides care for neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
  
  
  • Supports adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, pediatric care, emergency department care, and high-risk deliveries.
  
  
  • Performs and supports airway management, intubation, extubation, tracheostomy care, mechanical ventilation, noninvasive ventilation, high-flow nasal cannula therapy, aerosol treatments, pulmonary hygiene, and arterial blood gas collection and interpretation.
  
  
  • Experience with electronic charting using Epic is required.
  
  
  • Must commit to working three of the five designated holidays.
  
  
  • Two professional references covering at least one year within the last three years are required during the compliance process.
  
  
  • Orientation includes 24 hours.
  
  
  • Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, lift teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretary support.
  
  
  
  

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 #1352892. 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