Travel RRT ECMO Specialist - $2,448 per week

American Traveler; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 103,320,000 - 130,872,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Housing stipend

401(k) match

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a travel assignment in Minneapolis, MN. This ECMO-specialized role requires 2+ years of RRT experience and 1+ year of ECMO exposure, with night shifts on a magnet-designated teaching hospital.

The assignment details include 36 hours per week (3x12s), a 20-week duration, and no on-call requirements. Eligible candidates live beyond 100 miles and hold active licenses by start date.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years RRT experience with 1 year ECMO exposure.
• ACLS, BLS, PALS certifications required.
• Adult critical care experience in high-acuity settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide ECMO-driven respiratory support in adult critical care units.
• Operate ventilators, airway management, ABG interpretation and patient monitoring.
• Collaborate on patient transport and bedside care within the hospital.

Skills

RRT

ECMO Specialist

Airway management

Ventilator management

Critical care

Education

ACLS

BLS

PALS

State license

Tools

Epic/Excellian

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 20 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 20 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - ECMO Specialist with 2+ years RRT experience and 1+ year of ECMO Specialist experience for a night shift position in adult critical care.

Details

• Adult critical care unit at a Magnet-designated, teaching hospital with Level III trauma status
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Uses Epic/Excellian charting system
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:30-07:00) with occasional day shift coverage as needed
• Works every other weekend
• Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals as needed
• No on-call requirement

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years RRT experience and 1 year ECMO Specialist experience required
• ACLS, BLS, PALS, and RRT certifications required
• State license required if applicable
• Adult critical care work setting experience required
• Experience with airway management including intubation assist, extubation, tracheostomy care, and suctioning
• Experience caring for patients with ARDS, aspiration, COVID, ECMO, fresh tracheostomy, pneumonia, and bronchoscopy
• Medication administration experience including Albuterol, Atrovent, Mucomyst, Nitric Oxide, and others
• Ventilator management skills including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Arterial puncture and ABG drawing/interpretation experience required
• Epic/Excellian charting experience required
• Must live more than 100 miles from the facility to be considered
• Pending license accepted but must be active by start date
• 1 supervisor reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• ECMO Specialist providing protocol-driven ECMO oxygen therapy and critical care respiratory support
• Perform chest physiotherapy, nebulizer treatments, and pulmonary hygiene procedures
• Assist with patient transport, including inter-departmental and ambulance transport
• First-time travelers accepted if they have at least 1 year of ECMO Specialist experience
• Scrub color is Ceil Blue (provided) or Olive Green (traveler's own)
• Returning staff must have been gone at least 3 months since last worked as perm staff or per diem
• RTO ideally no more than 5 days
• Local candidates not accepted due to 100-mile radius requirement

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.

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.