Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,953 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspring Nurse Source in Columbia, SC seeks a travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our respiratory care team for a 13-week assignment, working 36 hours per week on a night schedule from 7 PM to 7:30 AM. This extended travel opportunity requires flexibility with weekends and holidays.

The ideal candidate collaborates with physicians and nurses to develop care plans and educates patients about respiratory conditions. Start date is 11/16/2026, with 13-week duration and travel benefits.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification is mandatory.
• Availability to work weekends, with scheduling frequency typically not exceeding every other weekend.
• Willingness to limit requests for time off and to work during holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality respiratory care in accordance with established protocols and standards.
• Work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient management.
• Participate in patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory conditions and treatment options.

Skills

RRT certification

Job description

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Columbia, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and team-oriented Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our Respiratory Care Services team. The ideal candidate will be motivated to collaborate effectively with colleagues and provide exceptional care to patients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality respiratory care in accordance with established protocols and standards.
• Work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient management.
• Participate in patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory conditions and treatment options.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification is mandatory.
• Availability to work weekends, with scheduling frequency typically not exceeding every other weekend.
• Willingness to limit requests for time off and to work during holidays as required.

Call Requirements

• For 36-hour contracts, there may be up to 2 call shifts within a 6-week schedule.
• Travelers are required to be on call for night shifts from 4 PM to 8 PM only.
• No more than one call shift will be scheduled in any single week.

Shift Information

The position is primarily for night shifts, working 3 twelve-hour shifts from 7 PM to 7:30 AM.

Join our team and contribute to enhancing the quality of care provided to our patients through your expertise in respiratory therapy.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38380657. 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: Allied Respiratory Therapist

About Wellspring Nurse Source

Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.

Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.

We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.

If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.