Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Travel assignment for a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Hilo, Hawaii. Start date: 08/31/2026, duration: 15 weeks.

Pay

Weekly pay: $2,016–$2,107 per week. No guaranteed hours.

Schedule

Three 12-hour night shifts per week (3x12).

About the role

Hospital-based respiratory care position through Healthforce Healthcare LLC. Must arrive the Thursday before the start date to complete employee health clearance (flu vaccination or approved exception required prior to contract start).

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous airway management for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients, including ventilator and non-invasive ventilation support.
• Monitor patient status, adjust ventilator settings, troubleshoot alarms, and collaborate with the care team on respiratory care plans.
• Administer prescribed respiratory therapies and medications; document patient response and progress.
• Respond to emergencies, perform CPR, and support code teams with airway management as needed.
• Operate and maintain respiratory care equipment (ventilators such as V60, PB 980/PB 840; ParaPac transport vent) and ensure accurate computerized charting and supply use.
• Participate in physician rounds and consultations to optimize patient outcomes and plan of care.

Requirements

• Hawaii State Respiratory Therapy License (RRT not required but strongly preferred).
• BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications are required.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Ability to care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patient populations.
• RRT preferred; NRP preferred.

Benefits

• Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 travel support during the assignment.
• Ongoing assignment coordination and on-call support.
• Weekly pay with direct deposit.
• Assignment-specific support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC.