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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,940 per week

Cross Country Allied · Gulfport, MS · 1 mo ago
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Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing intensive respiratory care, evaluating patients, and recommending treatment plans within the scope of professional license. The position requires comprehensive patient care, equipment operation, patient education, and collaboration with medical staff to ensure effective respiratory therapy services.

Job Details

  • Evaluates patients
  • Recommends treatment plans
  • Explains procedures
  • Edits patients upon discharge
  • Conducts physician-prescribed treatments using ventilatory equipment, oxygen, aerosol devices, and nebulizers to administer medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation
  • Performs chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oximetry, capnography monitoring, and routine review of chest x-rays
  • Performs 12-Lead electrocardiogram (ECG) and basic arrhythmia recognition, as well as pulmonary function studies like NIF and VC
  • Aids with procedures such as bronchoscopy, Perc Trachs, chest tube placement, and performs tracheostomy care, including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes
  • Performs arterial puncture, monitors ventilation efficiency, and records test results
  • Follows policies for laboratory testing, specimen handling, equipment use, and quality control
  • Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation following BLS and ACLS guidelines
  • Operates, maintains, and monitors mechanical ventilation and ventilatory equipment, including self-testing and preventive maintenance
  • Records treatment data and patient responses, communicates treatment effectiveness with physicians, and maintains accurate respiratory therapy records
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Specialized training in pediatric respiratory care
  • Relevant license
  • 0 years of experience required

Schedule

Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week. Float rotation may be required.

Additional Information

No additional clinical or operational details beyond role responsibilities.

Benefits

  • Private housing or generous housing allowance
  • Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Competitive salaries
  • Referral bonuses
  • Travel reimbursement
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Direct deposit/free checking
  • Unlimited free CE credits

Pay Package

The 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.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

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