Travel Respiratory Therapist - Certified RT/CRT

American Traveler, LLC.; New London (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Travel reimbursements

Licensure reimbursements

Per diem

Free CEUs

401(k) plan

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) for a Level III trauma center, requiring 2+ years of experience and pediatrics experience. This travel position requires current BLS, CRT certification, CT and RI licenses, and expertise in neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures.

The role involves 40 hours/week, day/evening shifts (4x10), and weekend rotation, with potential floating to Westerly Hospital. Epic charting is used; navy scrubs and housing/travel perks are provided.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• CRT certification required; RRT preferred.
• CT and RI state licenses required (license required if applicable, may start with one active and one pending).
• Minimum 2 years of experience required.
• Pediatrics experience required.
• Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures preferred (Bubble CPAP, CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BIPAP, intubation assist, umbilical blood gases).
• Skilled in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation.
• Experience with airway management, suctioning, and pulmonary hygiene procedures.
• Epic charting experience preferred.
• 1 professional reference required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Short term acute care Level III trauma center with 252 staffed beds, part of Yale New Haven Health System.
• Works in Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department, NICU, and Pediatrics settings.
• 40 hours per week with day and evening shifts (4x10 hour schedules).
• Weekend rotation at least every other weekend and every other holiday based on department need.
• Floating to Westerly Hospital as needed.
• Uses Epic for charting.
• Navy blue scrubs required.
• Provide respiratory care and neurodiagnostic support across adult and pediatric patient populations.
• Perform ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary hygiene procedures as part of daily responsibilities.
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and provide neonatal/pediatric respiratory support.
• Participate in emergency response or natural disaster activities as needed.
• Local candidates not accepted; must reside more than 75 miles from the hospital site.
• Former staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler.
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved.
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted.
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with medical or religious exemptions only.

Skills

BLS certification

CRT certification

Tools

Epic

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) for a Level III trauma center, requiring 2+ years experience and pediatrics experience.

Requirements

• Current BLS certification required
• CRT certification required; RRT preferred
• CT and RI state licenses required (license required if applicable, may start with one active and one pending)
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Pediatrics experience required
• Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures such as Bubble CPAP, CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BIPAP, intubation assist, and umbilical blood gases preferred
• Skilled in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Experience with airway management, suctioning, and pulmonary hygiene procedures
• Epic charting experience preferred
• 1 professional reference required for consideration

Responsibilities

• Short term acute care Level III trauma center with 252 staffed beds, part of Yale New Haven Health System
• Works in Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department, NICU, and Pediatrics settings
• 40 hours per week with day and evening shifts (4x10 hour schedules)
• Weekend rotation at least every other weekend and every other holiday based on department need
• Floating to Westerly Hospital as needed
• Uses Epic for charting
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Free parking available
• Provide respiratory care and neurodiagnostic support across adult and pediatric patient populations
• Perform ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary hygiene procedures as part of daily responsibilities
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and provide neonatal/pediatric respiratory support
• Participate in emergency response or natural disaster activities as needed
• Local candidates not accepted; must reside more than 75 miles from the hospital site
• Former staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with medical or religious exemptions only

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-760547

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