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Job description
Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Brandon, Florida.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
nRespiratory Therapist (RT) Pediatric (PEDS) - The organization is seeking a qualified respiratory therapist to support a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) within a hospital setting. This role involves providing specialized respiratory care for neonatal patients, including ventilator management, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation, surfactant administration, blood gas analysis, and nitric oxide therapy. The position offers an opportunity to work with advanced equipment and contribute to high-quality neonatal care.
nJob Details:
nnSchedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
nRequired Qualifications: Certified Respiratory Therapist with at least 3 years of experience, including 3-5 years of Level 2 NICU or higher experience; NRP certification required.
nPreferred Qualifications: Candidates with STABLE certification are highly preferred.
nUnit Information: 36-bed Level 3 NICU with a staffing ratio of 2 respiratory therapists during peak periods; equipped with Drager VN500 ventilators, 3100A Oscillators, Mallinckrodt Nitric Oxide, Vapotherms.
nTypical Procedures: High-risk delivery attendance, ventilator management, surfactant administration, blood gas analysis, nitric oxide therapy.
nAdditional Information: The traveler will be scheduled in accordance with hospital policies, working every other weekend and holidays on a rotating basis.
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 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
brandon, FL, 33508, US
Who can apply
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