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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Anchorage, Alaska.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 26 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, rotating
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
Length: 26 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Pediatric/Adult RRT position requiring 2+ years of recent Level 3/4 NICU or PICU experience.
Details
Level II Trauma acute care hospital with a 28-bed adult ICU, 9-bed PICU, and 66-bed Level 3 NICU, plus floor therapy
Treats adult and pediatric patients including open heart surgery cases
Performs NIV, high flow, nebulizers, CPT, nitric oxide, and Flolan nebulizer therapies
Uses Draeger vents for adults, Servo-I for PICU/NICU, 3100A/3100B, and Jet ventilators in NICU
3x12 variable shift schedule including both day (7:00-19:00) and night (19:00-7:30) shifts
Weekend work required
No on-call requirements
Floats within scope to NICU, PICU, and Adult units as needed
Charts in Epic
Requirements
Current BLS and CRT certification required
ACLS, NRP, PALS, and RRT certifications preferred
Minimum 2 years of recent Level 3 or 4 NICU or PICU experience required
Level II Trauma experience required
License required if applicable
Must hold active license in hand at time of offer
Additional Information
Magnet-designated facility recognized as a USNWR Best Hospital in Alaska
Scrubs provided by facility
First-time travelers accepted
Must be available to work 2-3 major holidays, including Christmas
Time off requests are approved individually upon offer
Candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility to be considered
Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must not reside within 50 miles of the facility
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 - 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
anchorage, AK, 99507, US
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