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Job Description
Assignment Overview Shift:
Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours:
36 hrs/wk
Start Date:
Jul 6, 2026
Length:
13 weeks
Openings:
1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with at least 1 year of hospital-based respiratory experience for a night shift travel assignment in Colorado. Details Night shift schedule 13-week contract Cardiopulmonary/Respiratory Therapy department Patient population spans multiple specialties including neonatal, pediatric, geriatric, and critical care Responsibilities include mechanical ventilation management, arterial blood gas draws, airway management, and medication administration across patient age groups Requirements Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience in a hospital setting Graduate of a COARC-approved Respiratory Care Program RRT or CRT credential (NBRC) Active state license required if applicable Current certifications: BLS/BCLS and NRP Pulmonary diagnostics experience preferred Cardiac diagnostics experience (EKG, Holter monitor, Event Monitor, Cardiac Stress Testing) preferred DOB and SSN may be required for consideration Additional Information Administer respiratory care as ordered, with emphasis on emergency, neonatal, pediatric, geriatric, and critical care specialty areas Perform airway management including bag/mask ventilation, suction techniques, and artificial airway use; assist with intubations Initiate, maintain, and monitor ventilator patients; interpret flow volume and pressure volume curves to guide clinical changes Translate medication dosing for neonatal and pediatric patients using appropriate equipment and procedures Assist in orientation and training of new employees and respiratory/nursing students Maintain accurate documentation of all respiratory care procedures and patient charge reconciliation Participate in department in-services, patient care rounds, and mandatory hospital meetings Adhere to facility dress code and infection control, safety, and risk management policies