Respiratory Therapist
Pendleton, OR
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) with 2+ years of experience for a 13-week night shift contract at a critical access hospital in Oregon, covering all inpatient departments including FBC, ER, MS, and CCU.

Details

• Acute care critical access hospital setting covering all inpatient departments, including Family Birthing Center (FBC), ER, Medical/Surgical (MS), and CCU
• Patient population includes all ages — adults, pediatrics, and neonates; the FBC delivers approximately 35 babies per month
• Primary procedures include mechanical ventilation, BiPAP/CPAP, bubble CPAP on newborns, breathing treatments, EKGs, and ABG draws; intubation assist only
• Equipment includes Dräger ventilators, Philips V60 for BiPAP, ResMed for CPAP, and Vapotherm for high flow
• CCU is a 5-bed unit; vent days have increased to approximately 5–7 per month
• MEDITECH EMR
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week
• Weekend and holiday coverage required on a variable basis to fill scheduling gaps
• No on-call or floating requirements

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience required
• RRT credential via NBRC required; CRT acceptable if all other requirements are met
• Active Oregon RRT license required (license required if applicable)
• Current, active certifications required — no pending certifications accepted: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), NRP, and PALS
• Experience with bubble CPAP, ABG draws, and ventilator/BiPAP/CPAP management required
• Must be able to work independently, as the majority of shifts are staffed by a single RT
• Ability to walk extensively during a shift (estimated 6–8 miles) and move quickly in response to patient needs
• Strong prioritization skills and ability to manage a variable patient workload
• 2 professional references required for consideration: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include ventilator and respiratory equipment management, breathing treatments, EKGs, ABG draws, bubble CPAP on newborns, and assisting with intubations
• RT is responsible for daily shift equipment checks and billing documentation for all procedures performed during the shift
• Small RT department with five staff members total; travelers are expected to function with a high degree of independence
• Orientation consists of 3–6 shifts
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or per diem) by any CommonSpirit or CHI/Dignity facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates employed PRN through outside firms will be considered