Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,667 per week

American Traveler; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 68,250 - 113,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Housing stipend

24/7 support and in-house clinician access

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Atlanta, Georgia starting on May 27, 2026. The role involves providing respiratory therapy services in a hospital setting while working night shifts of 12 hours, 3 shifts per week.

Candidates must have at least 2 years of recent experience, RRT credentials, and valid safety certifications. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, and housing stipends from day one.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience.
• Current AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• Valid driver’s license and appropriate state license, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services in a hospital unit.
• Work nightly shifts, ensuring patient care and monitoring.
• Collaborate with teams and maintain documentation.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Care

Documentation

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC

AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications

Job description

Job Details

• Title: Travel Respiratory Therapist
• Agency: American Traveler
• Location: Atlanta, Georgia
• Start Date: May 27 2026
• Duration: 13‑week assignment (14‑week contract noted)
• Shift: Night, 12 hr, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (3 shifts per week, every other weekend)
• Hours: 36 hrs per week
• Employment Type: Travel
• Pay: Tax‑free stipend based on 12‑hr shifts & 36 hrs per week (subject to confirmation)
• Job ID: P‑704779

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services in a hospital Respiratory Care and Diagnostic Services unit.
• Work nightly shifts, ensuring patient care and monitoring.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and maintain documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience.
• Current AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Appropriate state license, if applicable.

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility.
• Former permanent staff returning as travelers must have a 2‑year break before consideration.
• RTO requests must be submitted upfront and cannot be requested after an offer is made.

Benefits

• Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance beginning day one of the assignment.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Housing stipend.
• 24/7 support and in‑house clinician access.