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Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Healthforce, Craig, CO, United States


Overview
Registered Respiratory Therapist travel assignment in a short‑term acute care setting located in Craig, Colorado. Start date: 05/11/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Shift: Nights. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Weekly pay: $1,848–$1,985. This position focuses on delivering safe, competent respiratory care across specialty areas with emphasis on emergency, neonatal, pediatric, geriatric, and critical care support.

Key Highlights

Weekly pay: $1,848–$1,985 per week

Guaranteed hours: 36 per week

Contract duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Nights

Start date: 05/11/2026

Setting: Short-term acute care hospital travel assignment

Responsibilities

Deliver competent respiratory care per physician orders, including airway management, medication administration, and oversight of ventilator support; assist with intubation as needed.

Monitor and adjust mechanical ventilation; interpret flow‑volume and pressure‑volume curves to guide clinical changes; collaborate with the physician team.

Perform arterial blood gas draws and interpret results; assess patient status and adjust therapies accordingly.

Assess patients across age groups (neonatal, pediatric, geriatric) and tailor respiratory interventions to individual needs and conditions.

Document all Respiratory Care procedures accurately; update patient information and ensure timely handoffs and reporting.

Maintain and troubleshoot cardiopulmonary equipment; uphold infection control and PPE standards; support department in‑services and training of staff and students.

Requirements

Education: Graduate of a COARC‑approved Respiratory Care Program with the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential (NBRC).

Certifications: BLS (obtain within 90 days of hire); NRP (obtain within 6 months of hire).

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of hospital‑based respiratory care experience; pulmonary diagnostics preferred; cardiac diagnostics preferred.

Licensure/eligibility: Must be able to work in the United States; capable of meeting assignment‑specific background and drug screening requirements.

Other: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; ability to work nights in a high‑acuity hospital setting.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Guaranteed hours

Extension opportunities

Housing assistance

Fast credentialing

24/7 recruiter and travel support

Nationwide assignments

Referral bonus up to $1,000

Dedicated support throughout the assignment

Pay Disclaimer
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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