Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,204 per week

American Traveler; Spokane (WA); Presencial; USD 82.000 - 109.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

American Traveler seeks a travel Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position in Spokane, WA. The assignment is at a Level II Trauma Center with 3x12 hour nights, requiring an active WA license, BLS and RRT certification, and at least 2 years of experience.

The role involves ventilator management, airway care, ABG interpretation, and collaboration with ER and floor teams. Epic EMR experience is expected; travel staff may float between sister facilities within the region.

Formación

• Active Washington State RRT license in hand at submission
• Minimum 2 years of experience in respiratory therapy
• BLS and RRT certification required
• ACLS and PALS certifications preferred
• Teaching hospital or trauma experience preferred

Responsabilidades

• Provide comprehensive respiratory therapy including medication delivery, ventilator management and airway management
• Participate in code response and rapid response situations
• Cover ER and floor care as assigned
• Manage ventilators including BiPAP/CPAP and weaning
• Perform ABG interpretation and oxygen therapy adjustments

Conocimientos

Active WA RRT license

Minimum 2 years experience

BLS & RRT certified

ACLS & PALS preferred

Herramientas

Epic EMR

Descripción del empleo

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Spokane, Washington.

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position at a Level II Trauma Center, requiring an active Washington state license in hand and at least 2 years of experience.

Details

• Short term acute care, Level II Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, teaching hospital setting
• Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit
• Patient ratio of 1:11
• Responsibilities include floor care, ER coverage, code response, and rapid response
• Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00
• Block schedule required
• Every other weekend required
• Floating between units required
• No on-call required
• Uses Epic charting system
• 48-hour work weeks approved

Requirements

• Active Washington state RRT license required in hand at time of submission (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• BLS and RRT certification required
• ACLS and PALS certifications preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Experience with medication delivery systems including aerosol setups, MDIs, and nebulizers
• Experience administering respiratory medications such as Albuterol, Atrovent, and others
• Ventilator management skills including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Airway management skills including extubation, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Skilled in interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs) and oxygen therapy
• Experience in Emergency Department and Pediatric settings preferred
• Trauma and rapid response experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• Two supervisory references covering at least 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Full SSN and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive respiratory therapy care including medication delivery, ventilator management, and airway management
• Participate in code response and rapid response situations
• May be required to float between sister facilities within the region
• Scrub color for RRT staff can be any color
• No parking fee at facility
• Candidates must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All time off requests must be submitted upfront during the application process
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must not currently live within 50 miles of the facility
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are subject to local radius rules
• First-time travelers will be considered for this role

American Traveler Job ID #P-756430. 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.