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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Salem, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 11/01/2026
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: Nov 1, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position requiring RRT certification, active MA license, and 2+ years of acute care vent experience.
Details
371-licensed bed hospital with 220 Med/Surg beds, MICU, ED, Labor and Delivery, and a Level 2B Nursery
Respiratory Care unit staffing 5 therapists on Days, 5 on Evenings, and 4 on Nights
Day shift staffing includes 1 Charge therapist, 2 assigned to a 20-bed ICU, and 2 assigned to Med/Surg floors
Uses PB980 and Hamilton T1 Transport Ventilators
EPIC EMR system used for charting
36 hours per week, Night shift schedule with every other weekend required
Day position may rotate to 11a-11p when needed; Night position is straight nights
Requirements
RRT certification required
Active MA Respiratory Therapist license required (license required if applicable)
BLS certification required (AHA only accepted)
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy
Minimum 2 years of experience in one location, plus 1-2 years of travel experience preferred
Vent experience required in an acute care setting
Ability to draw arterial blood gases
EPIC charting experience
Additional Information
Provide respiratory care services across ICU and Med/Surg patient populations
Work as part of a structured respiratory care team with charge therapist oversight
Flu vaccination required during flu season with no religious or medical exemptions allowed
Local candidates accepted if residing within 60 miles of the facility, with adjusted pay rate
First-time travelers may be considered given prior local experience requirement
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.
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Worksite address
salem, MA, 01971, US
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