Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,214 per week

ARMStaffing; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401k Plan

Travel reimbursement

Housing allowance

Meals

Referral bonuses

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide respiratory care to a diverse patient population, including acute, critical care, and pediatric patients. You will work as part of a collaborative team and must be flexible with strong communication skills to meet department needs.

The role requires RRT certification, BLS, and experience in NICU/PICU and adult critical care. Travel assignment in Portland, ME with 12-hour shifts and a 36-hour workweek, including weekends,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a tertiary, teaching hospital setting.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred; NRP for NICU.
• Skills in NICU/PICU, acute care pediatrics, and adult acute and critical care.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments and manage ventilators.
• Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to care plans.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
• Participate in patient education and advocacy.
• Ensure compliance with established protocols and safety standards.

Skills

NICU/PICU experience

Pediatrics acute care

Adult critical care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

NRP for NICU

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 20 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location

Portland, ME

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Shifts are from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, including every other weekend and participation in the call rotation (approximately one call shift per month).

Job Description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) will be responsible for providing respiratory care to a diverse patient population, including acute, critical care, and pediatric patients. The RRT will work as part of a team and must be flexible, with strong communication skills to meet the varied needs of the department.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments and manage ventilators.
• Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to care plans.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
• Participate in patient education and advocacy.
• Ensure compliance with established protocols and safety standards.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a tertiary, teaching hospital setting.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred; NRP for NICU.
• Skills in NICU/PICU, acute care pediatrics, and adult acute and critical care.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

ARMStaffing Job ID #38412898. 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: Respiratory Therapist:Respiratory Therapist,07:00:00-19:00:00

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.

The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting

• Local and travel contracts
• Temp-to-perm employment
• Direct-hire personnel
• Per Diem
• Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
• Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
• 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
• Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
• Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
• Medical Benefits
• Company-matched 401K