Travel Respiratory Therapist Float - $2,818 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler seeks a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for Marlborough, MA. The position requires night shifts (12 hours) with 3x12s, float across campuses including Memorial with NICU presence, and a 36-hour week.

Start date is 11/23/2026 for 13 weeks, with EOW/EOH rotation and a need to cover all campuses as assigned. The role emphasizes Level I trauma and critical care duties in adult, pediatric, and NICU settings, including CPAP, high-frequency ventilation, and ventilator

Qualifications

• Active MA state RRT license
• Minimum 2 years RRT experience
• Level I trauma facility experience
• Critical care/acute care experience
• NICU experience preferred
• BLS and RRT certification; NRP preferred
• ABG interpretation and drawing experience
• Tracheostomy care and airway management experience
• Chest physiotherapy and nebulizer treatments experience
• Two professional references, one must be Nurse Manager or higher

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations.
• Perform neonatal/pediatric procedures including CPAP, HFV, intubation assist.
• Manage vents (BiPAP, CPAP, HF oscillators) and patient monitoring.
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and neonatal transports.
• Participate in external transports as needed.

Skills

RRT license

2+ years experience

Trauma care

Critical care

NICU experience

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Marlborough, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Marlborough, Massachusetts.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• 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 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a float position requiring Level I trauma and critical care experience across multiple campuses.

• Float position requiring coverage across Marlborough, University, and Memorial campuses, all within 20 minutes of each other
• Memorial campus is the only location with a NICU, but floating to all campuses is expected
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, with Marlborough shifts 5:45p-6:15a and Med Center shifts 6:45p-7:15a
• EOW/EOH scheduling pattern
• Works in adult critical care, emergency department, and NICU settings
• Performs neonatal/pediatric respiratory procedures including CPAP, high frequency ventilation, and intubation assist
• Manages ventilators including BiPAP, CPAP, and high frequency oscillators
• Union facility with no special scheduling accommodations; must be able to work all 7 days

Details

• Float position requiring coverage across Marlborough, University, and Memorial campuses, all within 20 minutes of each other
• Memorial campus is the only location with a NICU, but floating to all campuses is expected
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, with Marlborough shifts 5:45p-6:15a and Med Center shifts 6:45p-7:15a
• EOW/EOH scheduling pattern
• Works in adult critical care, emergency department, and NICU settings
• Performs neonatal/pediatric respiratory procedures including CPAP, high frequency ventilation, and intubation assist
• Manages ventilators including BiPAP, CPAP, and high frequency oscillators
• Union facility with no special scheduling accommodations; must be able to work all 7 days

Requirements

• Active MA state RRT license required in hand (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of RRT experience required
• Documented Level I trauma facility experience required
• Documented critical care/acute care experience required
• NICU experience preferred
• BLS and RRT certification required; NRP certification preferred
• Experience with arterial blood gas interpretation and drawing required
• Experience with tracheostomy care, airway management, and suctioning required
• Experience with chest physiotherapy and nebulizer treatments required
• Two professional references required, one of which must be a Nurse Manager or higher

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations as needed
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and neonatal transports
• Perform medication delivery via various administration devices and systems
• Participate in external patient transports as needed
• Complete a Pass/Fail EKG test as part of orientation requirements
• Local candidates accepted with the same bill rate within a 75-mile radius
• Returning staff must have a 12-month separation from the health system
• Up to 14 days of RTO can be submitted for review, with no RTO allowed in the first week

American Traveler Job ID #P-768066. 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.