Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Joplin, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

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) with 2+ years of acute care experience for a 13-week night shift travel assignment in Joplin, MO.

Details

• Acute care hospital respiratory therapy department
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Weekend shifts required on a rotating basis
• Holiday coverage on a rotating basis
• No on-call requirements
• EMR: Epic
• 13-week assignment in Joplin, MO

Requirements

• Active RRT credential and current BLS certification required
• Preferred certifications: NRP, ACLS, and PEARS
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapist experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Post-secondary (undergraduate) education preferred
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required; Canadian SINs are not accepted
• No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months
• No certifications expiring within the first 30 days of assignment, unless documented renewal is scheduled
• Missouri RT license required if applicable

Additional Information

• Evaluate patient reactions to respiratory therapy treatments and recommend corresponding care plans
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and patients to deliver comprehensive respiratory care
• Black scrubs required; torn clothing, open-toed shoes, and non-scrub attire are not permitted
• Flu vaccination or an approved exemption is required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted
• Up to 5 days of requested time off (RTO) is permitted but must be made up during the assignment
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but are subject to a reduced bill rate
• Local candidates within 50 miles are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before a separation period or reassignment is required
• Level 2 Trauma Center, Level 2 Stroke Center, and Level 2 STEMI Center
• Facility has earned a CMS 3-Star Rating and a Leapfrog Group 'B' Hospital Safety Grade (Fall 2024)