Travel RRT - $2,233 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Registered Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 11/23/2026Duration: 26 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: TravelAssignment OverviewShift: Nights, 3x12hrsHours: 36 hrs/wkStart Date: Nov 23, 2026Length: 26 weeksOpenings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position at a Level I/II trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of experience and ventilator management skills.DetailsNight shift, 3x12 hours (18:45-07:15)Work in adult critical care, including ICUs and general floor unitsFloats within service line and across ICUs and floors as needed per facility requirementsWeekend requirement of every third weekendUtilizes Epic for chartingLarge hospital campus requiring the ability to walk long distancesPerforms airway management including endotracheal tube suctioning, extubation, oral/nasal airway placement, tracheostomy care, and sputum specimen collectionAdministers medications including Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, inhaled Flolan, inhaled steroids, Lidocaine, Nitric Oxide, Pulmicort, Racemic epinephrine, and XopenexManages nebulizer therapy including hand held, T-piece, trach collar, and ultrasonic deliveryProvides oxygen therapy including High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)Performs ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, alarm troubleshooting, and weaning from mechanical ventilationInterprets arterial blood gases (ABGs)RequirementsCurrent RRT credential requiredBLS certification requiredMissouri Respiratory Care Practitioner License required (pending license accepted); license required if applicableMinimum 2 years of experience required as an RRTEpic EMR experience requiredTrauma Level II hospital experience required; Trauma Level I and teaching hospital experience preferredExperience in a 300+ bed facility preferredBachelor's degree or higher (or actively pursuing) strongly preferredActive AARC membership strongly preferredMust be comfortable managing mechanically ventilated patientsAbility to walk long distances across a large hospital campusAdditional InformationCare for patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases in a teaching hospital settingMay be asked to precept respiratory therapy studentsScrub color requirement: medium to dark grayFirst-time travelers will be considered for this roleNo local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radiusMaximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of assignmentReturning travelers must take a 3-month break after an 18-month assignmentPermanent BJC employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a travelerFacility is a short-term acute care, teaching hospital with Level I/II trauma designationAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-774417. 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 Therapist - Registered RT/RRTAbout 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.