Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,112 to $1,312 per week in Ocala, FL

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in Ocala, FL where you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment and care for patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science.
• Current Florida respiratory care license in good standing.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Minimum one year of clinical RRT experience with critical care patients. Trauma experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Experience with mechanical ventilators (examples on unit: GE R869) and noninvasive ventilation (BiPAP: V60).
• Experience with Meditech documentation system preferred.
• Ability to follow unit dress code: pewter solid scrubs.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out to confirm details and next steps. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Unit: Respiratory (critical care emphasis).
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift hours: 07:00–19:00.
• Scheduling requirement: Every other weekend.
• Equipment commonly used: GE R869 ventilators; V60 BiPAP.

Location Highlights

Ocala offers a mix of outdoor adventure and convenient urban amenities. Silver Springs State Park is about 5 miles from downtown and provides glass-bottom boat tours and kayaking with extensive river frontage. The Ocala National Forest lies roughly 10–25 miles east and offers hiking, off-road trails, and freshwater springs for swimming and scuba diving. Historic downtown Ocala is within a short drive and features the Ocala Civic Theatre, local dining districts, and a farmer’s market. The area supports an active lifestyle with equestrian facilities in the Marion County Horse Capital region and multiple golf courses, while Interstate 75 provides direct driving access to Gainesville (about 35 minutes) and Orlando (about 1 hour).

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