Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,491 per week

About the role

American Traveler seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a travel assignment in Billings, Montana. The position is a night‑shift hospital role requiring EPIC EMR experience and at least one year of specialty experience. The assignment runs 13 weeks starting October 12, 2026, with 36 hours per week (three 12‑hour night shifts).

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced‑level respiratory care to diagnose, evaluate, treat, and manage cardiopulmonary conditions per physician orders.
• Perform, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic testing procedures including arterial blood gases.
• Initiate and manage respiratory protocols and interventions based on patient assessments.
• Administer medications and monitor patient response according to protocol.
• Communicate patient progress with physicians, nurses, and other care team members.
• Educate patients and families on self‑care techniques and health promotion.
• Complete documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Act as a resource, mentor, and consultant to CRT staff and other team members.
• Participate in departmental meetings and research activities.

Requirements

• Graduate of an NBRC‑approved Respiratory Therapist program from an accredited institution.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT).
• Current state license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (required if applicable).
• BLS certification (AHA) not expiring prior to start.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in respiratory therapy specialty.
• EPIC EMR charting experience required.
• Date of birth and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration.
• Former Intermountain permanent staff must be separated for at least one year to be eligible; first‑time travelers may be considered.

Skills

• EPIC EMR charting proficiency.
• Ability to float to other departments within scope of competency.
• On‑call availability during scheduled shifts as needed.

Benefits

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