Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in St. Petersburg, FL

Why Join Us Work alongside an experienced and tenured respiratory therapy staff in a well-equipped acute care facility featuring up-to-date ventilator technology. Schedule / Job Type Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Expected start September 15, 2026 | Every other weekend and holidays in rotation.

Job Title

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Nights

Location

St. Petersburg, FL | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Expected start September 15, 2026 | Every other weekend and holidays in rotation

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services within an acute care hospital setting on the night shift
• Operate and manage patients on PB 840 and PB 980 ventilators
• Perform and assist with intubation and airway management procedures
• Assist with A-line insertions as needed
• Document patient care accurately using the Meditech EMR system
• Collaborate with a team-oriented staff to deliver high-quality patient care

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Minimum 1 year of experience in respiratory therapy
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• PALS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with intubation procedures
• Experience with arterial line (A-line) insertions
• Familiarity with Meditech EMR
• Strong team-centric approach to patient care

Why Join Us

• Work alongside an experienced and tenured respiratory therapy staff in a well-equipped acute care facility featuring up-to-date ventilator technology
• Join a collaborative, team-focused environment with a supportive unit culture