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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
Hours: 48 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) with Draeger vent and Level II trauma experience for a night shift acute care hospital position.
Details
Short term acute care hospital with 426 staffed beds
Level II Trauma Center within the Yale New Haven Health System
Night shift, 4x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
Every other weekend and holidays as needed
Floats between Bridgeport Hospital and Milford Campuses
Rotates through all hospital units, including NICU and Pediatric units, based on census and staffing needs
Uses EPIC for charting
Requirements
Active CRT or RRT license, plus state license required if applicable
BLS certification required
Minimum 2 years of experience required
Minimum 1 year of Level III or IV NICU experience required
Acute care experience required
Teaching hospital experience required
Level II trauma experience required
Draeger ventilator experience required
Prior travel assignment experience required, with no contracts under 13 weeks
NICU, high frequency oscillating vent, and high frequency jet vent experience preferred
ACLS, CPFT, NRP, and PALS certifications preferred
Additional Information
May be asked to help orient students or new hires as needed
Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious or medical exemptions only
Local candidates not accepted; must live outside 75 miles of the hospital
Returning staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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
bridgeport, CT, 06610, US
Who can apply
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