Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,167 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Elizabethtown (KY); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Premium medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) match

Housing stipend

24/7 support

Zusammenfassung

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Respiratory Therapist for a day shift assignment in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. The RT will provide invasive and non-invasive ventilation support, diagnostic procedures, and respiratory care in a hospital setting.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care with RRT certification, BLS/ACLS/PALS (NRP for neonatal cases). Travel status and a 12-hour shift pattern are specified; housing stipends and benefits are offered by American Traveler.

Qualifikationen

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• RRT credential from NBRC required.
• BLS, ACLS; PALS required (NRP if neonatal care)
• No prior experience required

Aufgaben

• Provide invasive and non-invasive ventilation support.
• Administer respiratory therapies and conduct arterial blood gas analysis.
• Perform airway management and administer medical gases.
• Conduct diagnostic studies like pulmonary function testing and oximetry.
• Document patient assessments and therapy in medical records.

Kenntnisse

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Ausbildung

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

KY Board of Respiratory Care license

IN License (if applicable)

RRT credential NBRC

Jobbeschreibung

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT/RRT) for a day shift hospital assignment providing invasive and non-invasive ventilation support and diagnostic respiratory procedures.

Details

• Hospital-based Respiratory Therapy department
• Day shift, 6a-6p, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week
• Performs invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
• Administers medicated and non-medicated respiratory therapies
• Conducts arterial puncture, blood gas and electrolyte analysis
• Performs oximetry monitoring, pulmonary function testing, and other diagnostic studies
• Provides airway management and medical gas administration

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Respiratory Therapy certification from the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care or Respiratory license from the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency appropriate for facility location - license required if applicable
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
• BLS, ACLS required
• PALS required (except for candidates in Pulmonary Function Testing as determined by hiring manager)
• NRP required for candidates working with the neonatal population (not required for PFT candidates as determined by hiring manager)
• No prior experience required

Additional Information

• Responds to emergent situations including code blue and rapid response events
• Provides care for compromised newborns in high-risk delivery situations
• Performs airway management including endotracheal and tracheostomy tube care
• Assists with advanced specialty procedures such as endotracheal tube insertion, arterial line placement, and bronchoscopy
• Provides patient and family education on respiratory therapy, disease, and medications
• Documents patient assessments and therapy in the medical record
• Participates in departmental quality improvement, risk, and safety initiatives
• Attends and participates in departmental meetings and huddles
• Cleans, prepares, and maintains respiratory equipment and communicates supply needs
• Must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility to qualify for travel rate; local candidates accepted at a lower rate
• Requires last 4 digits of SSN and month/day of date of birth for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-784468. 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.