Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Oklahoma City, OK
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

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

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with pediatric critical care experience for a 13-week night shift contract at a hospital in Oklahoma City, OK.

Details

• Work in a hospital-based Respiratory Care department serving pediatric patients
• Previous experience in a children's-only hospital is preferred
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week (36 hours/week)
• 26-week contract structure applies; extensions are limited to one time (total of 26 weeks) unless otherwise agreed upon, after which a 6-month separation is required before reapplying

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved Respiratory Care Program
• Minimum 1 year of respiratory care experience required; 2 years in a critical care setting preferred
• RRT credential required (or must be obtained within 12 months of hire)
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision
• Active RN license required if applicable
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required
• ACLS certification from AHA required (must be obtained within 3 months of hire)
• All certifications must be issued by the American Heart Association
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Administer therapeutic treatments as prescribed by attending medical staff and document patient responses in the electronic medical record
• Perform invasive and noninvasive diagnostic testing and monitoring
• Serve as a resource person to medical staff and provide age-appropriate care across all applicable patient populations
• Participate as part of the rapid response team for cardiac and respiratory arrests
• Ensure respiratory equipment is properly cleaned and maintained
• This facility takes compliance deadlines very seriously — onboarding requirements (drug screens, background checks, medical requirements) must be initiated immediately upon offer acceptance
• Date of birth (DOB) will be required for consideration