Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist PICU - $2,687 per week

American Traveler; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler in Boston, MA is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist to care for critically ill children in the PICU and NICU at a teaching hospital. This assignment features a 3x12 hour rotating schedule, totaling 36 hours per week, with day and night shifts and every other weekend.

Start date Nov 15, 2026, duration 13 weeks, travel assignment with lodging stipends and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• BLS and PALS required
• Minimum 2-3 years of respiratory therapy experience
• Minimum 1 year PICU or Pediatric CVICU experience required
• Prior travel experience required
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to critically ill pediatric patients in PICU/NICU
• Manage ventilator equipment including BiPAP/CPAP and oscillating ventilators
• Assist with intubation, extubation, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Administer inhaled nitric oxide and other medications
• Troubleshoot alarms and assist weaning from ventilation

Skills

RRT

BLS

PALS

PICU experience

Travel experience

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Boston, Massachusetts.

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

• Work in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and NICU setting at a teaching hospital
• Pediatric critical care patient population
• Uses ventilator management equipment including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, and pressure/volume ventilators
• Performs airway management including intubation assist, extubation, suctioning, and tracheostomy care/management
• Administers medications including inhaled Nitric Oxide (iNO)
• Day (7:00-19:00) and Night (19:00-7:00) shifts on a 3x12 hour schedule with a 50/50 rotation between days and nights based on department needs
• Works every other weekend
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required; CRT not accepted
• Pending MA license accepted
• BLS required
• PALS required
• Minimum 2-3 years of respiratory therapy experience
• Minimum 1 year of PICU or Pediatric CVICU experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Prior travel experience required
• Skilled in interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
• Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures including Bubble CPAP and Oscillating Ventilators
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care and ventilator management for critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU and NICU
• Troubleshoot high pressure alarms and manage weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower rate
• Two verified professional references required from two different facilities among the last three places worked

American Traveler Job ID #P-760719. 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 - PICU RT

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.