Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered - $2,260 per week

Cross Country Allied; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 82,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for assignments in Portland, Maine. The role covers NICU/PICU, adult critical care and ED with 12-hour shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week. Start date is 11/23/2026 for a 16-week assignment.

Requirements include BLS; ACLS and NRP preferred for NICU. Expect float rotations across units and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required.
• ACLS and NRP certifications preferred for NICU assignments.
• Minimum 3+ years in tertiary teaching hospital settings; level 1 trauma experience preferred.
• Pediatrics and adult emergency/critical care experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy to diverse patient populations.
• Collaborate with care teams and participate in call rotation.
• Float across NICU/PICU and adult acute care and ED as needed.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

NRP

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) Location not specified. This position involves providing respiratory therapy services across various acute care settings, including NICU and PICU, as well as adult critical care and emergency departments. The role requires flexibility and a team-oriented approach to meet the departments operational needs.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days and nights shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: BLS certification is required; ACLS and NRP certifications preferred. Education modules include specific neonatal and pediatric respiratory care certifications.
• Experience: A minimum of 3+ years of experience in tertiary, teaching hospital settings with level 1 trauma experience preferred; acute care pediatrics and emergency department experience required.
• Additional Qualifications: Float rotation may be required, including NICU/PICU, adult acute, and critical care.
• Responsibilities: Providing respiratory therapy to varied patient populations, working within a team, and participating in call rotation.
• Certifications Needed: BLS required, ACLS preferred, NRP required for NICU.
• Work Environment: The role covers the entire facility with varied bed counts and patient ratios, using equipment such as Drager V500 and VN500, Hamilton lines, and Ventolin devices.
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must be available to start on 10/19/2026, with the assignment ending on 02/08/2027, and should be prepared to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs.

Benefits

• 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 #1326111. 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 - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

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