Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,255 per week

Cross Country Allied; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Comprehensive health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Portland, Maine. This role involves night shifts and 36 hours per week, delivering respiratory care to neonatal, pediatric, adult, and critical care patients across multiple units.

The RT will use listed ventilators, EPIC EMR, and may float to NICU/PICU, ED, and adult floors. BLS required; ACLS preferred; NRP for NICU. RRT certification with 0+ years’ experience expected.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• ACLS preferred; NRP for NICU.
• RRT certification required; 0+ years of experience.
• Tertiary teaching hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage respiratory therapy across neonatal, pediatric, adult, and critical care patients.
• Float to NICU/PICU, adult, and ED as needed.
• Operate ventilation equipment (Drager V500/VN500, Hamilton T1/C1, Respironics V30/V60).
• Collaborate with team and communicate effectively.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

NRP

RRT certification

Teamwork

Communication

Education

RRT certification required

Tools

Drager V500

Hamilton T1

Respironics V60

EPIC EMR

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 17 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist (RT PEDS) Night Shift Location: Maine. This position involves providing respiratory therapy care across various units within the facility, including neonatal, pediatric, adult, and critical care settings. The role requires adaptability to a dynamic hospital environment, with an emphasis on teamwork and effective communication.

Job Details

• Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT PEDS)
• Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
• Location: Maine
• Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift, guaranteed 36 hours per week
• Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred; NRP for NICU
• Education & Experience: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required; 0+ years of experience; tertiary, teaching hospital experience preferred
• Responsibilities include managing varied patient populations, including acute, critical, pediatric, and neonatal cases, with patient ratios of 1:25 in acute care and 1:8 in critical care settings
• Equipment used: Drager V500 and VN500 ventilators, Hamilton T1 and C1, Respironics V30 and V60, Trilogy line, Airvo, Vapotherm
• EMR system: EPIC
• Coverage details: Must be flexible for float assignments including NICU/PICU, adult, and emergency department settings
• HCP must demonstrate great communication skills and be a team player, with a flexible personality fit

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

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 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