About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist opportunity in city of portland, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Portland, Maine.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 11/02/2026
Duration: 20 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
Length: 20 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a day shift travel assignment requiring 3+ years of experience and RRT certification at a tertiary, teaching hospital with Level 1 trauma status.
Details
Respiratory Therapy department covering the entire facility with a team of 14-16 RRTs
Patient ratios of 1:25 for acute care and 1:8 for critical care
Uses ventilators including Drager V500/VN500, Hamilton T1/C1, Respironics V30/V60, Trilogy line, Airvo, and Vapotherm
EPIC EMR used
Day shift hours from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Every other weekend required
On-call rotation required, approximately one call shift per month with 2-hour response time
Float requirements include NICU/PICU, acute care pediatrics, ED, and adult acute and critical care
25-mile float policy between facilities as needed
Requirements
RRT certification required (license required if applicable)
BLS required
ACLS preferred
NRP required for NICU assignments
Minimum 3+ years of respiratory therapy experience required
Tertiary, teaching hospital experience required
Level 1 trauma center experience required
NICU/PICU and cardiothoracic experience preferred
EPIC EMR experience
Valid Driver's License required for consideration
2 professional references required
Additional Information
Work as part of a respiratory therapy team covering varied patient populations across the facility
Flexible, team-oriented communication skills valued
Scrubs provided or flexible dress code
Air pods, laptops, and cell phone usage prohibited on the unit
RTO should be kept to a minimum, with 3-4 days considered reasonable for a 13-week contract at manager's discretion
Local candidates accepted, though local travelers are not eligible for renewals or extensions
Candidates residing within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility (Maine or New Hampshire residents) will be considered local
Candidates who have worked at any MaineHealth facility within the past 12 months should disclose this upon consideration
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
city of portland, ME, 04122, US
Who can apply
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