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Cross Country Allied

Respiratory Therapist

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 days ago

Location: Denver, CO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$69,564 / year median in Colorado

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Job Description

Job Summary:

The Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) is a specialized healthcare professional responsible for providing respiratory care in a pediatric intensive care unit at a facility located in Denver, Colorado. This position involves delivering advanced respiratory support and managing ventilator equipment for pediatric patients during night shifts.

Job Details:

Shift Time:

Nights (7:00 PM 7:00 AM)

Schedule:

12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week

Required Qualifications:

Candidates must have a minimum of 6 months current Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Respiratory Therapist (RRT) experience, Level 111 NICU experience, and possess certifications including BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with critical care experience, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience, prior Meditech system experience, and additional pediatric experience will be considered first.

Additional Information:

The unit primarily supports respiratory care for adult and pediatric patients using equipment such as G5, Servo, Avea, HFOV, Jet, and V60/V30 ventilators. The team fosters a patient-centered environment emphasizing communication with staff and providers, and adheres to established unit policies and guidelines. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date:

2026-08-27