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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Odessa, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/20/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 20, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift assignment supporting adult med/surg, adult critical care, and general pediatric patients with Trauma Level II experience required.
Details
Care for adult med/surg, adult critical care, and general pediatric patient populations
Night shift schedule, 3x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00
Facility may accommodate a block schedule of 3 shifts in a row, but this is not guaranteed and no longer stretches will be scheduled
Cerner charting system experience preferred
Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I experience preferred
Trauma Level II experience required
Requirements
Current RRT certification required (CRT not accepted)
License required if applicable
Minimum 2 years of experience in the profession
Prior travel experience required
Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS
Skilled in ventilator management including CPAP, BiPAP, high frequency oscillator, and IMV
Experience with airway management including intubation, extubation, and tracheostomy care
Experience drawing and interpreting arterial blood gases (ABGs)
Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment such as bubble CPAP, oscillating ventilator, and high frequency jet ventilator
Experience administering medications including Albuterol, Atrovent, Flovent, Nitric Oxide, and other respiratory medications
Experience caring for patients with ARDS, aspiration, bronchoscopy, COVID, cystic fibrosis, and fresh tracheostomy
Experience with pulmonary function testing including spirometry
Additional Information
Provide respiratory care across adult critical care, emergency department, NICU, and pediatric settings
Perform chest physiotherapy, pulmonary hygiene, and sputum specimen collection
Assist with high-risk deliveries and neonatal intubation as needed
Manage patients on various ventilator types including oscillating and high frequency jet ventilators
Facility conducts its own onsite drug screen upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with any positive result resulting in automatic cancellation
Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted for this position
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
Worksite address
odessa, TX, 79767, US
Who can apply
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