Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,245 per week

Cross Country Allied; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Biddeford, ME. The role involves providing respiratory therapy in ICU, ER, nursery and med surge floors, with pediatric intubation, ventilation and high-risk deliveries.

You will operate Drager V500 and Hamilton T-1 devices and document in EPIC. The position is a 13-week travel assignment with 36 hours per week on 12-hour night shifts, starting 10/26/2026.

Qualifications

• Required: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS.
• Experience in adult critical care, NICU/PICU settings preferred.
• Travel assignment with 36 hours/week, nights, 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy in ICU, ER, nursery and med surg floors.
• Manage pediatric intubation, mechanical ventilation, and high-risk deliveries.
• Participate in resuscitation team and operate Drager/Hamilton ventilators and related equipment.

Skills

RRT

BLS

ACLS

NRP

PALS

Tools

Drager V500

Hamilton T-1

neopuff

EPIC

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Biddeford, Maine.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Pediatric and Adult Critical Care Biddeford, ME
This position involves providing respiratory therapy within an ICU, ER, nursery, and med surge floors, requiring experience with pediatric intubation, mechanical ventilation, and attending high-risk deliveries. The respiratory therapist will be part of the resuscitation team and utilize advanced equipment such as the Drager V500 ventilators, Hamilton T-1 ventilators, and neopuff.

Job Details

• Required Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Education Modules: Assigned by staff development during onboarding and throughout the contract in the Learning Management System.
• Role: Respiratory Therapist specializing in adult critical care, NICU, and PICU experience preferred.
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must be skilled in using Drager V500 ventilators, Hamilton T-1, neopuff, and EPIC documentation system.
• Additional Information: Experience working in nursery attending high-risk deliveries, adult ICU, and ER pediatric cases, with sharp assessment skills and equipment familiarity. Candidates should be team players with good communication skills, respectful attitude, and positive demeanor.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1310306. 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: RT - RT PEDS Respiratory Therapist.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus