Respiratory Therapist
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position at a teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of experience and an active Ohio state license.

Details

• Respiratory therapy department serving adult critical care and emergency department patients
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM), 36 hours per week
• Weekend work required
• Floating between campuses may be required
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Current BLS and RRT certification required
• Active Ohio State RT license required at time of consideration (must be active and in hand, pending not accepted)
• License required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• High school diploma or official transcripts required for compliance
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Experience with ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Experience with airway management including extubation, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with medication delivery systems and aerosol setup
• Ability to interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs)

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care services in adult critical care and emergency department settings
• Perform ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary hygiene procedures
• Administer respiratory medications and manage oxygen therapy including high flow nasal cannula
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for assignment after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees are ineligible for travel positions at this health system
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or formal leadership role; charge RN acceptable for second reference; coworker references not accepted
• RTO must be submitted with application and built into contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly after signing contract