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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in New London, Connecticut.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 10 hours, flexible
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Variable, 4x10hrs
Hours: 40 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of pediatric experience for a Level III trauma center within a large health system.
Details
Short term acute care Level III trauma center with 252 staffed beds
Pediatric respiratory care unit
Day and evening shifts (4x10 hours)
Weekend rotation at least every other weekend and every other holiday
Holiday coverage required at least every other holiday
Floating to an affiliate hospital as needed
Uses Epic for charting
Part of a large multi-hospital health system
Requirements
CT and RI state licenses required; can start with one active and one pending
License required if applicable
BLS certification required
CRT certification required
Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
Pediatric experience required
Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment including Bubble CPAP, CPAP/BiPAP, and umbilical blood gases preferred
Skilled in ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and airway suctioning
Experience with high-risk delivery assistance and intubation assist preferred
1 professional reference required
Additional Information
Provide respiratory care to pediatric patients including ventilator management, airway clearance, and oxygen therapy
Assist with high-risk deliveries and neonatal/pediatric procedures as needed
Work as part of a multidisciplinary respiratory care team
Navy blue scrubs required
Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
COVID vaccine and booster required with religious/medical exemption only
Free parking provided on site
Travelers must participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
Local candidates not accepted within 75 miles of the facility
Returning staff must be separated for at least 2 years to be eligible as a traveler
Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved
American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT
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
new london, CT, 06320, US
Who can apply
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