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AMN Healthcare Allied

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Long-term Acute Care - (RRT - Acute)

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 days ago

Location: Fort Thomas, KY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-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.

$61,680 / year median in Kentucky

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description & Requirements Registered Respiratory Therapist

Long-term Acute Care
(RRT
Acute)

StartDate:

ASAP Available Shifts:

E Pay Rate:

$2085.00

$2148.

00 Travel Respiratory Therapist jobs in Fort Thomas, KY let you deliver specialized respiratory care in a long-term acute care (LTAC) setting while enjoying the welcoming community and scenic Ohio River views. In this role, you will assess and treat patients with complex respiratory conditions, manage ventilators, perform diagnostic tests, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery. You will educate patients and families about respiratory therapies and monitor progress to ensure optimal outcomes. Required qualifications include an active Kentucky Respiratory Therapist license and experience in acute or LTAC settings. Strong communication and critical thinking skills are recommended. Fort Thomas, KY offers a friendly atmosphere, historic neighborhoods, and easy access to outdoor recreation and dining. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, exclusive discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and 24/7 career assistance through the AMN Passport app. Apply now to join this Travel Respiratory Therapist assignment in Fort Thomas, KY.

Required Qualifications Certified Respiratory Therapist, Long Term Acute Care Experience:

2 years

Licenses:

RT-KY Certifications:

BLS-AHA;

ACLS-AHA

;

CERT-NBRC

•

RRT OR Registered Respiratory Therapist, Long Term Acute Care Experience:

2 years

Licenses:

RT-KY Certifications:

BLS-AHA;

ACLS-AHA

;

CERT-NBRC

•

RRT SSN Required DOB Required References:

1 Reference in entire work history OH license required also Job Benefits Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Competitive Housing Deal Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. registered respiratory therapist, respiratory therapist, respiratory, RRT, respiratory care, allied health, allied, healthcare, health care, patient care, long term acute care RRT, long term respiratory therapist,