Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,167 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Weirton, West Virginia.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Registered Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 11/16/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: TravelAssignment OverviewShift: Nights, 3x12hrsHours: 36 hrs/wkStart Date: Nov 16, 2026Length: 13 weeksOpenings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with 3+ years of experience for a 13-week night shift assignment in an acute care hospital setting.DetailsAcute care setting covering Inpatient (MS, PCU, ICU), ER, Rehab, PACU, SNF, Endo, Cath Lab, SDS, and Outpatient areasPatient population includes adults, pediatrics, and neonates (excluding NICU, ER, or Peds-specific settings)Average 90-100 treatments per dayUses Cerner EMREquipment includes Puritan Bennett 840 ventilators, BiPAP V60's, and High Flow-Airvo 2's12-hour night shifts: 6:30p-6:30a or Mid Shift 2:15p-10:45p (5x8s per week)4-week rotating schedule with no self-scheduling; scheduling requests for RTO accommodatedWorks every other weekend per scheduleHoliday rotation required per 4-week rotating scheduleNo call or standby requirementsNo floating requirementsAssists with intubations only; does not perform independently1-3 shifts of unit-specific orientation with a preceptor as neededRequirementsMinimum 3 years of experience preferredRRT or CRT (grandfathered candidates accepted per WV Board of Respiratory) requiredCurrent BLS and ACLS certifications requiredLicense required if applicableWV CARES clearance required prior to startMust live within 50-mile radius of facilityDriver's license copy required for considerationAdditional InformationPerform floor duties including breathing treatments, ABGs, and capillary sticks for I-StatsManage respiratory equipment; no EKG duties requiredWork alongside a Supervisor/Director Monday-Friday and Charge RTs on other shiftsNever the sole RT in-house during a shiftNo in-house Hospitalist or Intensivist coverage 24/7Teal scrub color required; acceptable scrub pattern shirts permittedFirst-time travelers will be consideredReturning travelers must have a 2-year break before reapplying to any WVU Medicine locationCumulative travel assignments within WVU system limited to one year before requiring a 2-year breakAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-775347. 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 TherapistAbout American TravelerWith 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.