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Job description
Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Savannah, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
nRespiratory Therapist (RT) specializing in Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive Care Units (PICU) in Savannah, GA. This position involves providing advanced respiratory care to vented neonatal and pediatric patients, including managing ventilators, heliox therapy, and non-invasive ventilation methods such as BiPAP and CPAP, in a fast-paced, family-oriented hospital setting.
nJob Details:
nnSchedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
nRequired Qualifications: Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 1+ year of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Pediatric ICU (PICU) critical care experience, valid state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, and relevant educational credentials
nPreferred Qualifications: Experience with Servo U ventilators, heliox therapy, high-frequency ventilation, and neonatal respiratory procedures
nPosition Responsibilities: Able to independently admit and manage vented neonatal and pediatric patients, set up and monitor heliox therapy, perform procedures with minimal supervision, and adhere to unit-specific policies and guidelines
nAdditional Information: Candidate must be able to work in a patient-centered environment utilizing advanced equipment such as the Drager VN500, F&P Bubble CPAP, HFOV, HFJV, Vaportherm, and heliox therapy equipment in an acute care setting.
n nBenefits
nThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
nnPrivate housing or generous housing allowance
nComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
nDependent health insurance with prescription coverage
nCompetitive salaries
nReferral bonuses
nTravel reimbursement
n401(k) retirement plan
nDirect deposit/free checking
nUnlimited free CE credits
n Posted Date: Cross Country Allied Job ID # . 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: RT - RT PEDS Respiratory Therapist.
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.
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Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
savannah, GA, 31441, US
Who can apply
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