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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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 Respiratory Therapist for a Level IV NICU/Peds position at a children's hospital, requiring RRT/CRT and 2+ years of pediatric-only respiratory therapy experience.
Details
Children's hospital setting with 247 licensed beds, Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, and Level IV NICU
Teaching hospital with Chest Pain Center and Certified Stroke Center designations
Provides respiratory care for pediatric patients throughout the facility, covering neonate to pediatric age ranges
Areas of care include ED, PICU, Peds CVICU, Peds PCU, and general medical floors
Uses IPPV/NIPPV ventilators
EPIC EMR experience preferred; testing out of EPIC available for faster onboarding
12-hour night shift schedule, , 36 hours per week
Weekend rotation every other weekend
No call requirements
No floating to other facilities due to specialty needs
Requirements
RRT or CRT certification required
NC state license required if applicable
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
Minimum 2 years Respiratory Therapy experience on a Resource Team with combined pediatric unit experience in the past 5 years
Experience must be from peds-only assignments, not mixed age populations
IPPV/NIPPV ventilator experience required
Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
Additional Information
Provide respiratory therapy support across pediatric units including ED, ICU, and general floors as needed
Supported by Respiratory Leadership team
Orientation includes 3 days of onboarding for ED and general floor, plus 1 additional day per specialty ICU unit if applicable
Orientation includes 2 days of computer training, equipment familiarization, and facility tour
Holiday expectations require working 75% of holidays
RTO of up to 6 days may be approved, excluding holidays; unmet contracted hours must be added to the end of the contract
Schedule follows a 6-week cycle
Royal blue scrub color required
Free parking available
First-time travelers will be considered
Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position
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 - NICU 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.
Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28245, US
Who can apply
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