American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Spokane, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 11/30/2026
- Duration: 25 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 25 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position at a Level II Trauma Center, requiring at least 2 years of experience and a Washington state RRT license in hand.
Details
- Short term acute care hospital with Level II Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center designation, also serving as a teaching hospital
- Respiratory and Neuro Diagnostics unit providing floor care, ER, code response, and rapid response coverage
- Patient ratios depend on acuity
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
- Weekend rotation required every other weekend
- Block schedule required
- Floating between units required
- No on-call requirements
- Uses Epic charting system
Requirements
- Active RRT certification required
- BLS required; ACLS and PALS preferred
- Washington state license required in hand at time of submission (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required
- Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Epic charting experience preferred
- Skilled in medication delivery systems including aerosol setups, MDIs, and nebulizers
- Experience with ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation preferred
- Proficient in airway management including intubation/extubation, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
- Skilled in ABG interpretation and oxygen therapy
- Experience in Emergency Department and Pediatric settings preferred
- Experience with trauma and rapid response situations preferred
- Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
- Full SSN and DOB required for consideration
Additional Information
- Respond to code and rapid response calls as part of unit duties
- Provide respiratory care across the hospital including trauma and emergency scenarios
- May be required to float between sister facilities within the health system
- First-time travelers considered for this position
- Candidates may only be submitted to one Providence facility at a time
- Former Providence permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a travel candidate
- Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within a 50-mile radius
- RTO requests must be submitted upfront during the application process, with limited flexibility after offer
- Commitment to work 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day) required
- Scrub color is unrestricted for RRT staff
- No parking fees at this facility
American Traveler Job ID #P-782121. 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: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.