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Job description
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Travel Jobs – Bridgeport, CT Hospital Assignmentn
Join a Bridgeport, Connecticut hospital as a travel respiratory therapist providing acute care for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. This 13-week opportunity is ideal for an experienced Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) seeking a collaborative hospital assignment with competitive weekly pay.
nBring your respiratory therapy expertise to a dynamic short-term acute care hospital and Level II trauma center. This travel opportunity is ideal for a respiratory therapist who enjoys working across diverse patient populations while supporting a collaborative hospital team. Bridgeport offers a lively waterfront setting, diverse dining and cultural attractions, and convenient access to New Haven and the greater New York area.
Respiratory Therapist Job Details
n Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930–$2,080n
Assignment Type: 13-week travel respiratory therapy assignment, with potential to accept a 13- or 26-week commitmentn
Start Date: October 19, 2026n
End Date: January 18, 2027n
Healthcare Setting: Short-term acute care hospital and Level II trauma centern
Schedule: 3 shifts per weekn
Shift Duration: 12-hour nightsn
Shift Time: 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.n
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend, with holidays as neededn
Electronic Medical Record: Epicn
Patient Population: Neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatricsn
Floating: May rotate among hospital departments, including pediatric and neonatal units, and a nearby affiliated campus based on census and staffing needsn
Orientation: 36 hoursn
Certified Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements
n At least 2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience in an acute care hospital settingn
Previous travel respiratory therapist assignment experience requiredn
Active Connecticut respiratory therapy licensen
Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential; RRT is strongly preferredn
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationn
Level II trauma experience required; higher-acuity trauma experience is preferredn
Demonstrated experience with Draeger ventilators requiredn
Strong acute care respiratory therapy skills, including ventilator management, airway care, suctioning, ABG collection and interpretation, oxygen therapy, BiPAP/CPAP, and tracheostomy caren
Experience with high-frequency jet or oscillating ventilators is highly valuedn
NICU and pediatric respiratory care experience preferred but not requiredn
Ability to work nights, every other weekend, holidays as needed, and float throughout the hospitaln
Flu vaccination is requiredn
Local candidates residing within 75 miles are not eligible for this travel assignmentn
Respiratory Therapy Responsibilities
n Provide comprehensive respiratory care for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patientsn
Assess respiratory status and deliver evidence-based interventions for patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditionsn
Manage and troubleshoot mechanical ventilators, including Draeger systems, high-frequency jet ventilators, and oscillating ventilatorsn
Provide airway management, intubation assistance, extubation support, tracheostomy care, and emergency respiratory interventionsn
Administer aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, CPAP, BiPAP, HFNC, and other prescribed respiratory treatmentsn
Collect and interpret arterial and capillary blood gases and communicate significant findings to the care teamn
Support neonatal and pediatric care areas, including high-risk deliveries and critical care units, as assignedn
Perform pulmonary hygiene, suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and secretion managementn
Document respiratory assessments, treatments, and patient responses accurately in Epicn
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to promote safe, timely, and effective patient caren
Float to other departments and support the orientation of students or new staff when neededn
Apply now for this Connecticut respiratory therapy travel assignment in Bridgeport and bring your acute care expertise to a leading hospital team.
Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy 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: Hospital
About GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
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uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
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Worksite address
bridgeport, CT, 06610, US
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