Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,160 per week

Cross Country Allied; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Little Rock, Arkansas for a 13-week assignment. Shifts are 12 hours, days, with a minimum 36 hours per week in a hospital setting.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of adult RT experience, ICU/trauma exposure, and Arkansas licensure within two weeks of start. RRT credentials are preferred and tax-free stipend may apply.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of adult respiratory therapy experience
• ICU and trauma experience
• Arkansas licensure required within two weeks prior to start date

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care on 12-hour day shifts in a hospital setting
• Work in a tertiary, Level I trauma environment with ICU experience

Skills

Adult RT experience

12-hour shifts

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Therapist Registered. This position provides respiratory care on 12-hour day shifts in a hospital setting. Candidates should have recent adult respiratory therapy experience in a tertiary, Level I trauma environment with intensive care unit experience.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts are 12 hours, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • At least 2 years of adult respiratory therapy experience
  • Recent similar hospital experience within the last year
  • Experience in a tertiary, Level I trauma setting
  • Intensive care unit and trauma experience
  • Experience in a setting with more than 300 beds
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials highly preferred; strong Certified Respiratory Therapist candidates may be considered
  • Arkansas licensure required within two weeks prior to the start date
• Additional Information:
  • COVID-19 vaccination is not required
  • Assignment dates are from 12/07/2026 through 03/06/2027

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 #1345409. 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