Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,640 per week

About the role

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13‑week travel assignment in Lake Wales, Florida. The role involves caring for an adult patient population on a 12‑hour night shift schedule, with rotating weekend requirements, 36 hours per week, and no on‑call duties. Overtime must be pre‑approved. The position accepts local candidates at the same rate as travelers, has no radius rule, and requires permanent employees to be separated for 90 days before returning as a traveler.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy to adult patients
• Work 12‑hour night shifts, typically three shifts per week (3×12hrs)
• Maintain a 36‑hour weekly schedule
• Participate in rotating weekend shifts
• Adhere to no‑on‑call policy; overtime only with pre‑approval

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience
• Active Florida RT license in hand prior to start
• COVID‑19 vaccination card or an approved declination for consideration

Benefits

• Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance effective day one
• Generous 401(k) match
• Substantial housing stipends
• 24/7 support and access to in‑house clinicians

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Shift: Nights, 3×12‑hour shifts
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Start date: October 5, 2026
• Assignment length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1