Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Austin, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Pediatric (PEDS) position located in Austin, Texas. The role involves providing respiratory care in a pediatric unit, with a focus on ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and nebulizer treatments. This 13-week contract offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment specializing in pediatric respiratory care.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Respiratory Therapy (RT) for pediatric positions; no minimum experience required.
- Preferred Qualifications: ICU, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience; list typical procedures performed on unit include nebulizer therapy, oxygen therapy, and ventilator management.
- Additional Information: Candidates must demonstrate strong clinical skills in pediatric respiratory therapy, with a professional approach to patient care and teamwork. Dress code includes olive green tops and black bottoms. The unit values experienced staff and offers schedule flexibility with options for new equipment and technology.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1296444. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus