Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,816 per week

MedPro Healthcare Staffing; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay and direct deposit

Full coverage of all credentialing fees

Private housing or housing allowance

Group Health insurance for family

Company-paid life and disability insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) matching

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Day 1 medical benefits

Access to nationwide travel assignments

Tax Free Per Diems

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking a qualified Travel Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week contract in Washington, D.C. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients with respiratory issues, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing patient education. Candidates should possess a Respiratory Therapist credential by the NBRC and CPR certification, with preferred experience in critical care. Competitive benefits include weekly pay, housing allowances, and travel reimbursements, coupled with comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Respiratory Therapist and CPR certified.
• Preferred 18 months of respiratory care experience in a critical care setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Provide respiratory care per physician orders.
• Participate in the development of patient care plans.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines.
• Maintain good customer relations.
• Provide patient instruction on therapy methods.

Skills

Respiratory Therapist credential by the NBRC

CPR certification

Experience in a critical care setting

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Washington, District of Columbia.

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 03/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Respiratory Therapist for a contract with one of our top healthcare clients.

Requirements

• Respiratory Therapist credential by the NBRC, and CPR certification required.
• Eighteen months of respiratory care experience preferred, ideally in a critical care setting.

Benefits

• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• Full coverage of all credentialing fees
• Private housing or housing allowance
• Group Health insurance for you and your family
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) matching
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses up to $1,000
• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses starting at $500
• On Staff Clinical Support Team
• Access to nationwide travel assignments
• MPX+ Mobile app -24/7 real-time access to jobs, credentials, assignment details, and more
• Tax Free Per Diems, Housing Stipends and Travel Reimbursements

Duties Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the Respiratory Therapist is to evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders.

• Provide respiratory care to patients per physician orders and established policies and procedures.
• Participate in the development and/or implementation of patient care plans.
• Assure compliance with federal, state, and local technical and professional regulations and accepted practiced guidelines.
• Maintain and promote good customer relations; communicate with management, coworkers, facility staff, patients, patients’ family members, and other caretakers in a professional manner.
• Provide instruction to patients and other caretakers in the methods and objectives of therapy.
• Prepare and update patient records accurately and legibly.

About Agency

MedPro Healthcare Staffing is a Joint Commission certified provider of contract staffing services. Since 1983, we have placed nursing and allied travelers in top healthcare facilities nationwide. Join us today for your very own MedPro Experience®.

If qualified and interested, please call for immediate consideration.

MedPro Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status.

Key Words: Therapy, Respiratory, Therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Certified Respiratory Therapist, RRT, CRTT, CRT, EEG Tech

*Weekly payment estimates are intended for informational purposes only and include a gross estimate of hourly wages and reimbursements for meal, incidental, and housing expenses. Your recruiter will confirm your eligibility and provide additional details.

MedPro Job ID #a0Fcx00000Ez1IUEAZ. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist Respiratory.

About MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing

At MedPro Healthcare Staffing, we believe no one cares more for caregivers than we do. Our mission is simple: you focus on your patients, and we’ll take care of the rest.

As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation. With thousands of job opportunities available nationwide, we make it easy to find assignments that align with your goals and lifestyle.

Our on-staff clinical support team—alongside a compassionate group of experienced recruiters—provides hands‑on guidance every step of the way. From Day 1 medical benefits and a 401(k) plan to personalized career support, we’re committed to ensuring every professional we serve feels valued, cared for, and empowered to succeed.

Guided by a CEO who is a Registered Nurse, MedPro is built on a foundation of clinical insight and genuine compassion for the caregiving community. Through The MedPro Experience®, we deliver travel assignments that are rewarding, memorable, and designed to help you DREAM big, EXPLORE often, and ACHIEVE greatness.