Travel RRT Respiratory Therapist - $2,214 per week

ARMStaffing; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMStaffing seeks a travel Respiratory Therapist for a 13–17 week assignment in Portland, Maine. The role covers adult acute care, pediatric ICU, ED, and NICU in a tertiary teaching hospital, with nights on a 12-hour shift and a guaranteed 36 hours per week, plus weekend coverage and on-call time. Starts 11/16/2026.

Candidates must have 3+ years in respiratory therapy, RRT and BLS, with ACLS/NRP preferred; familiarity with Drager, Hamilton, and Vapotherm systems is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of respiratory therapy experience in acute care.
• RRT certification is required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS and NRP preferred.
• Experience in teaching hospital or level 1 trauma center is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients across multiple units.
• Operate advanced ventilators and monitor patient status.
• Document care in the EMR (EPIC) accurately.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team during rounds.

Skills

Acute care experience

Team collaboration

Patient care focus

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tools

Drager V500

VN500

Hamilton T1

C1 ventilators

Trilogy Vapotherm

EPIC EMR

Job description

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Portland, Maine.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 17 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Therapy (Day Shift) in Portland, Maine.

Location

Portland, ME

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

7:00 AM – 7:30 PM, with a guaranteed 36 hours weekly and 36 weekend hours, including on-call requirements with a 2-hour response time for the oncoming shift.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist will work in a tertiary, teaching hospital environment covering multiple units including adult acute care, pediatric intensive care, emergency department, and neonatal intensive care. The therapist will be responsible for managing various respiratory therapies and equipment while ensuring high standards of care across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care and therapy to patients of all ages in various clinical settings.
• Utilize advanced ventilators such as Drager V500, VN500, Hamilton T1, and C1, and maintain familiarity with other respiratory support systems including Trilogy line and Vapotherm.
• Monitor and assess patients’ respiratory function and adjust respiratory therapy as needed.
• Participate in patient care rounds and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR system (EPIC).

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in respiratory therapy with a strong background in acute care settings.
• Experience working in a teaching hospital or level 1 trauma center is preferred.

Certifications/Licensure

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification are preferred.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.

ARMStaffing Job ID #38583100. 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: Respiratory Therapist:Respiratory Therapist,19:00:00-07:00:00

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.

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• Local and travel contracts
• Temp-to-perm employment
• Direct-hire personnel
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• Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
• Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
• 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
• Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
• Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
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• Company-matched 401K