Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,245 per week

Start date: 11/16/2026 • Duration: 13 weeks • 36 hours per week • Shift: 12‑hour rotating • Employment type: Travel • Job ID: 38307738

About the role

Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, the Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. This role involves responsibilities across all patient populations and service areas.

Responsibilities

• Reads prescriptions, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess conditions.
• Determines suitable methods for administering inhalants and evaluates medical orders for appropriateness.
• Sets up and operates respiratory devices, ensuring optimal parameters for treatment.
• Monitors patient responses and performs necessary therapeutic actions, including bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises.
• Conducts pulmonary function tests to support physician diagnosis.
• Consults with physicians during adverse reactions and maintains comprehensive patient charts.
• Assists in transporting mechanically ventilated patients and responds to code situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with system‑wide competencies and behaviors.

Schedule

Rotating 12‑hour shifts over 3 days per week (19:00–07:00).

Requirements

• Graduate of a CoARC‑approved Respiratory program.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in respiratory therapy.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• Pennsylvania state license and applicable clearances (PA Act 31, PA Act 33, PA Act 34, PA Act 73).
• NRP certification may be required for certain facilities.

Benefits

• Health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more.
• Onboarding support: physicals, titers, and compliance handling.
• In‑house clinical team for support and advocacy.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% match after 5% contribution (eligible after waiting period).
• Recruiter matching based on location and specialty.
• Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meal stipends, and referral bonuses.
• Recognized as SIA Top‑50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firm (2019) and Largest Healthcare Staffing Agency (2023).
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley (2022, 2023).
• Perfect scores for “Name, Not a Number” and “Recruiters’ Personalities” on Highway Hypodermics.
• Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for 15+ years.

Pay

Pay package based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Contract and local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency; details available from your ARMStaffing recruiter.

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places qualified medical professionals in local and travel contracts, temp‑to‑perm, per diem, and direct‑hire roles across every healthcare segment. With over 15 years of experience, a diverse pool of professionals, and a commitment to exceeding client expectations, ARMStaffing offers 24/7/365 support, a full‑time registered nurse for screening and compliance, and comprehensive employee benefits including medical coverage and company‑matched 401(k).