Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,220 per week

Cross Country Allied; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied has a travel opportunity for a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Chapel Hill, NC. The position involves pediatric respiratory care, airway management, and ventilator support in a hospital setting, with night 12‑hour shifts and a 36‑hour minimum weekly commitment.

The role requires an NBRC‑issued RRT, at least two years of RT experience, and graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a hospital setting.
• RRT certification from NBRC required; ACLS/NRP/PALS or equivalent preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Proficiency in airway management, ventilator management and respiratory therapies.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care including airway management and ventilator care.
• Provides pediatric respiratory care in hospital settings; supports NICU/PICU as needed.
• Responds to airway emergencies and follows clinical protocols.
• Maintains certifications and participates in ongoing education.

Skills

Airway management

Ventilator management

Oxygen therapy

Aerosol therapy

Respiratory procedures

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist, Registered - RT PEDS Location: Not specified. This role involves providing advanced respiratory care for pediatric patients in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include airway management, mechanical ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and other respiratory procedures to assess, stabilize, or improve respiratory function, often working with neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.

Job Details

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist with proficiency in airway management, mechanical ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, respiratory care procedures, and respiratory care.
• Education: Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Certifications & Licensure: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). All required certifications such as ACLS, NRP, PALS, or an advanced practice certificate to administer moderate sedation in Bronchoscopy Lab must be maintained as per certifying bodies.
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical information and technical procedures; effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team; mathematical reasoning; problem-solving and technical expertise in respiratory care.
• Clinical Responsibilities: Administers respiratory care including airway management, ventilator care, pulmonary function testing, tracheostomy care, and responds to emergency airway situations. May be involved in advanced procedures such as ECMO management and critical care interventions following UNC Air Care protocols.
• Additional Responsibilities: Performs all aspects of ventilator care, maintains and improves clinical knowledge, and functions independently with minimal supervision.
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must demonstrate compliance with the specified skills, certifications, and experience criteria.

Benefits

• 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 #1331093. 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