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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 14 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, flexible
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
Length: 14 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU/PEDS position at a Level II Trauma Center with a Level III NICU, requiring an RRT and minimum 2 years of experience.
Details
Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, Level II Pediatric Trauma, and teaching hospital with 417 beds
Works within the Respiratory Therapy department
Cares for pediatric critical care, neonatal critical care, and general inpatient respiratory patients
6/12 hour variable shift schedule at 36 hours per week
Weekend rotation every other weekend
On call not typically required except for planned events
Floats throughout the hospital and ED but not to other facilities
EPIC EMR required; Omnicell also used
Utilizes ventilators including Draeger V500, Savina 300, 3100A Oscillator, and Hamilton C1/MRI
Uses ResMed APAP, CPAP, and Bi-level devices
Uses Airvo2 high flow devices, Cough Assist, Incourage vest, ABL90 blood gas machines, IPV, and Praxair iNO
Requirements
RRT required; CRT may be considered based on experience
South Dakota RCP License required prior to consideration (license required if applicable)
BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
NRP certification required if working in NICU
AA degree required
Critical care and general respiratory care experience required
Minimum 2 years of experience required
First-time travelers considered upon manager review with strong experience
Additional Information
Provide respiratory care to pediatric, neonatal, and general inpatient patient populations
Supported by Charge RT/Respiratory Clinical Specialist 24/7 along with supervisors, manager, and director
Orientation provided at the facility's Respiratory Care Department
Expected to work holidays that fall within the contract dates
May request up to 7 days off if the department can accommodate; a full week off requires extending the contract
Pewter colored scrubs required
Free parking available
100 mile radius rule applies; local candidates within this radius are not accepted
Facility is known for being traveler-friendly and frequently renews travel contracts
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
rapid city, SD, 57700, US
Who can apply
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