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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Spokane, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/19/2026
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: Oct 19, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position at a Level II Trauma Center, requiring Washington state RRT licensure in hand and at least 1 year of experience.
Details
Level II Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, short-term acute care teaching hospital
Night shift, 3x12 hours, 19:00-07:00
Every other weekend required
Block scheduling required
1:11 patient ratio
Floating between units required, and may include sister facilities
No on-call required
Duties include floor care, ER coverage, code response, and rapid response
Uses Epic for charting
Requirements
Minimum 1 year of experience required
RRT certification required
BLS required; ACLS and PALS preferred
Washington state license required if applicable, must be in hand at time of submission
Teaching hospital experience preferred
Trauma Level I experience preferred
Skilled in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
Experience with airway management including extubation, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
Proficient in ABG interpretation and oxygen therapy
Experience with pediatric and emergency department settings preferred
Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
Must not have worked as a permanent Providence employee within 50 miles of this facility within the last 3 months
Additional Information
Provide respiratory care across ER, floor, and rapid response/code teams
Scrub color for RRT: any color permitted
No parking fees at this facility
First-time travelers not considered for this position
Local candidates accepted at lower bill rate
Local radius rule of 50 miles applies
Returning staff may be eligible to return after 3 months, provided they are not within 50 miles of the facility
Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront during the application process
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
spokane, WA, 99254, US
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