CRT Respiratory Therapist
New Orleans, LA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) for a night shift hospital position, requiring a minimum of 2 years of specialty experience.

Details

• Hospital-based Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics-CRT unit
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 18:45 to 07:15
• Weekend coverage required every other weekend
• No call-in requirements
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Orientation held five days a week

Requirements

• Current ACLS and BLS certifications
• CRT or RRT certification with state license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty required
• Must not be a new graduate; experienced RT required
• Compact or Louisiana license required in hand upon submittal
• If licensure is pending, must apply for Allied Health licensure within 72 hours of signing

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered as long as they are experienced RTs
• Must live more than 65 miles from the facility to be eligible for the position
• RTO must be disclosed and discussed during the interview process
• Candidates who previously worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must be separated from the facility for one full year before returning as a traveler
• Two manager or supervisor references (not charge RNs) will be required to obtain clearance to start the contract
• May be assigned to an emergency response team during declared emergency events, requiring extended on-site presence until relief arrives