Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,178 per week

ARMStaffing; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 66,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The role requires 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, nights, totaling 36 hours weekly. Start 11/30/2026 with a 13-week duration, travel status, and Pennsylvania licensure.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, delivering therapies, collaborating with the care team, and documenting care while ensuring compliance with CRT/RRT credentials.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience.
• CRT and RRT certifications are required.
• Active PA state license is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and monitor respiratory status.
• Administer prescribed respiratory therapies and treatments.
• Educate patients and families regarding respiratory care procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide care.
• Document care and maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical coordination

Team collaboration

Education for patients/families

Tools

Ventilators

Advanced respiratory equipment

Job description

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Quick Look

Location

Wilkes Barre, PA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

3 x 12-hour shifts per week, plus every other weekend and holiday. Shifts are from 1900 to 0730.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist will provide care for patients with respiratory issues in a healthcare setting. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, delivering respiratory therapy treatments, and collaborating with the healthcare team to develop care plans. The therapist will utilize advanced technology and equipment to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and monitoring of respiratory status.
• Administer respiratory therapies and treatments as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families regarding respiratory care procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
• Document care and maintain accurate patient records.

Required Experience

Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.

Certifications/Licensure

• Required: CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist), RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist).
• Professional state license: Yes, PA.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.

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.

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.

The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting

• Local and travel contracts
• Temp-to-perm employment
• Direct-hire personnel
• Per Diem
• Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
• Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
• 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
• Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
• Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
• Medical Benefits
• Company-matched 401K