Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT

American Traveler, LLC.; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

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 summary

American Traveler, LLC. is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) with 3+ years of experience for a night shift assignment caring for medically complex pediatric patients.

The role requires active CRT or RRT credentials, BLS, and state licensure by start date. Prior travel, pediatric critical care experience, and familiarity with ventilators and airway support are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential required.
• BLS certification required.
• State license by start date (pending license accepted).
• Minimum 3 years of respiratory therapy experience.
• Prior travel assignment experience required.
• Pediatric critical care and LTAC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for medically complex pediatric patients in a Pediatric Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit.
• Care for patients with cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, birth injury, trauma, SMA, Trisomy 21 and Rett syndrome.
• Maintain patient ratio of 1:10.
• Utilize CPT machine, Volera, Metaneb, cough assist devices, ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and tracheostomy care equipment.
• Record care in PointClickCare (preferred).
• Work night shifts: 3x12-hour shifts 18:00–06:00; every other weekend.
• Provide comprehensive respiratory care including tracheostomies and ventilation support.
• Administer aerosol therapy, nebulizers, and airway management as needed.
• Collaborate with pediatric care team for chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
• Full 7-year work history with gaps explained for consideration.
• Occasional holiday work; minimize time off, especially in first two weeks.

Skills

CRT/RRT credential

BLS certification

State license by start date

3+ years experience

travel assignment experience

Pediatric critical care

Tools

Ventilators

CPT machine

BiPAP/CPAP

Cough assist devices

Tracheostomy care equipment

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) with 3+ years of experience for a night shift assignment caring for medically complex pediatric patients.

Requirements

• Active CRT or RRT credential
• BLS certification required
• State license required by start date (pending license accepted)
• License required if applicable
• Minimum 3 years of respiratory therapy experience
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• Pediatric critical care and LTAC experience preferred
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Skilled in ventilator management including weaning, troubleshooting high-pressure alarms, and BiPAP/CPAP care
• Experience with tracheostomy care, airway suctioning, and pulmonary hygiene procedures
• Experience caring for infants/children with bronchopulmonary dysplasia, RSV, and respiratory distress syndrome
• Proficient in ABG interpretation and medication administration including bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroids

Responsibilities

• Pediatric Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit setting
• Patient population includes cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, birth injury, motor vehicle accident trauma, SMA, Trisomy 21, and Rett syndrome cases
• Patient ratio of 1:10
• Uses specialized equipment including CPT machine, Volera, Metaneb, cough assist devices, ventilators, BiPAP, CPAP, and tracheostomy care equipment
• PointClickCare charting system experience preferred
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 18:00 to 6:00
• Works every other weekend
• Provide comprehensive respiratory care to medically complex pediatric patients including those with tracheostomies and ventilator dependence
• Administer aerosol therapy, nebulizer treatments, and airway management as needed
• Collaborate with pediatric care team to manage chronic and acute respiratory conditions
• Full 7-year work history with any gaps explained required for consideration
• Expect to work some holidays
• Time off requests should be minimized, particularly during the first two weeks of the assignment, and must be submitted and approved prior to start

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-762603

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