Respiratory Therapist
Craig, CO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with at least 1 year of hospital-based respiratory experience for a night shift travel assignment in Colorado.

Details

• Night shift position at a hospital-based cardiopulmonary/respiratory therapy department
• Patient population spans multiple age groups and acuity levels, including neonatal, pediatric, geriatric, and critical care patients
• Responsibilities include mechanical ventilation management, arterial blood gas draws, airway management, and administration of respiratory medications
• Working knowledge of all cardiopulmonary equipment within CRT scope of training required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Graduate of a COARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program with a CRT credential per NBRC guidelines
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience in a hospital setting
• Active state license required if applicable
• Current certifications required: BLS/BCLS, NRP, and either RRT or CRT
• Experience with pulmonary diagnostics preferred
• Experience with cardiac diagnostics (EKG, Holter monitor, event monitor, cardiac stress testing) preferred
• DOB and SSN may be required for consideration

Additional Information

• Deliver competent respiratory care across specialty areas including emergency, neonatal, pediatric, geriatric, and critical care
• Perform airway management including bag/mask ventilation, suction techniques, and assistance with intubation
• Initiate, monitor, and manage ventilator patients, including interpretation of flow volume and pressure volume curves
• Translate medication dosing for neonatal and pediatric patients using appropriate equipment and procedures
• Assist in orientation and training of new employees and students
• Adhere to facility dress code and infection control, safety, and risk management policies
• Participate in department in-services, staff meetings, and continuous quality improvement activities