Travel RRT Pediatrics - $2,707 per week
American Traveler · New London, CT · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagementInternship
American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in New London, Connecticut.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Pediatric Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 11/16/2026Duration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 10 hours, flexibleEmployment Type: TravelAssignment OverviewShift: Variable, 4x10hrsHours: 40 hrs/wkStart Date: Nov 16, 2026Length: 13 weeksOpenings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years experience for a Level III trauma center, requiring active or pending CT and RI state licensure.DetailsShort-term acute care Level III trauma center with 252 staffed beds, part of the Yale New Haven Health SystemRRT Pediatrics unitEvening (4x10, 14:45-0:45) and/or night (4x10, 23:00-9:00) shifts, 40 hours per weekSchedule includes at least every other weekend and every other holiday based on department needFloating to Westerly Hospital as neededUses Epic charting systemNavy blue scrubs requiredRequirementsCT and RI state licenses required (license required if applicable); candidate may start with one active and one pendingBLS certification requiredCRT certification required; RRT preferredMinimum 2 years of experience required; 1.5 years accepted if candidate has Level I trauma or travel experiencePediatrics experience requiredNICU experience preferredEpic charting experience preferredSkills in neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures including bubble CPAP, CPAP/BIPAP, intubation assist, and umbilical blood gases preferredExperience with ventilator management, airway management, suctioning, and pulmonary hygieneExperience caring for infants/children with RSV preferredOne professional reference requiredAdditional InformationProvide respiratory care to pediatric patients including ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary hygieneWork as part of a multidisciplinary pediatric respiratory care teamParticipate in high-risk delivery support and neonatal/pediatric procedures as neededTravelers may be required to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activitiesFlu vaccine required with no declinations acceptedCOVID vaccine and booster required, with religious/medical exemptions onlyFree parking available on-siteLocal candidates not accepted; candidates within 75 miles of the hospital are considered localReturning staff must be separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a travelerUp to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approvedAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-772539. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RTAbout 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.