Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Job Description
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American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Marlborough, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements\n
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- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
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Assignment Overview\n
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- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
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Description\n
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift float position requiring 2 years of RRT experience, Level I trauma facility experience, and documented critical care experience.
Details\n
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- Float position requiring coverage across multiple campuses including Marlborough, University, and Memorial, all within 20 minutes of each other
- Memorial campus is the only location with a NICU, but floating to all campuses is expected
- Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours with EOW/EOH rotation
- Union facility with no special scheduling accommodations; must be able to work all 7 days of the week
- Work settings include Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department, and NICU
- Experience with ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, high frequency jet ventilator, and high frequency oscillator
- Experience with airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
- Administers medications such as Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, and other respiratory treatments
- Performs chest physiotherapy, arterial blood gas draws and interpretation, and pulmonary hygiene
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Requirements\n
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- MA state RRT license required (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years of RRT experience required
- Documented critical care and Level I trauma facility experience required
- Acute care/trauma experience required
- BLS and RRT certification required
- NRP certification preferred
- NICU experience preferred
- Pass/Fail EKG test required during orientation
- Two professional references required, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher
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Additional Information\n
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- Provide respiratory care across multiple hospital campuses as part of a float role
- Perform neonatal and pediatric respiratory procedures including bubble CPAP, capillary blood gases, and assistance with high-risk deliveries
- Care for patients with conditions such as ARDS, pneumonia, cystic fibrosis, and fresh tracheostomy
- Assist with external and neonatal inter-departmental transports
- 12-month separation required for returning staff to this health system
- Up to 14 days of RTO can be submitted for review, with no RTO allowed in the first week
- Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate within a 75-mile radius
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American Traveler Job ID #P-769277. 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: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT
About American Traveler\n \n
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.
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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.
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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.
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With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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