American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in San Antonio, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel position at a children's hospital, working night shifts across PICU, NICU, and Pediatric ER settings.
Details
- Respiratory Therapy department providing pulmonary care to critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients
- Must be able to work in PICU, NICU, and Pediatric ER settings
- Night shift, 6:45 PM to 7:00 AM
- 13-week assignment, full time
Requirements
- RT or RCP license in the state of TX required if applicable
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by NBRC required
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required (AHA only)
- 1-3 years of experience preferred
Additional Information
- Perform patient assessments and implement respiratory care plans under physician direction with minimal supervision
- Respond to emergency codes and manage airways, including nasotracheal and endotracheal suctioning
- Deliver aerosolized medications, manage ventilators, and maintain airway support devices such as BiPAP and CPAP
- Perform oxygen delivery device management, chest film analysis, blood gas collection and analysis, and EKG analysis
- Maintain accurate documentation and participate in equipment cleaning and stocking
- May serve as Shift Leader or Team Leader depending on experience
- Advanced practice duties may include therapeutic gas management, pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy assistance, hemodynamic monitoring, and transport duties
- Returning employees who previously worked at any CHRISTUS facility must have a 6-month separation period before starting a new travel assignment
- Candidates must clear compliance requirements by the required due date prior to starting
American Traveler Job ID #P-756869. 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/RRT
About American Traveler
With 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.