Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Atlanta, GA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a busy pediatric hospital's night shift, requiring Level I Trauma experience and proficiency with multiple ventilator systems.

Details

• Pediatric hospital setting with Level I Trauma designation
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:00)
• Every other weekend (EOW) required
• Must be willing to float to sister facilities including Hughes Spaulding, Egleston, and AMBH, as well as ED and ICU units
• Holiday coverage required
• Uses Epic charting system
• Works with V-60, Servo-i, Drager, Hamilton T-1, Vapotherm, and Optiflow equipment

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required; CRT not accepted
• Minimum 2 years recent RRT experience required
• Pediatric experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Proficiency with FM-Intermediate/Advanced skills, ventilators, and triage required
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, PALS (AHA only)
• GA Respiratory Care Professional license required if applicable
• Active state license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Copy of diploma or associate degree program with RRT credentials required
• BSN preferred but not required
• Two professional references from supervisor level or higher, completed within the last 12 months

Additional Information

• Join a pediatric critical care team providing respiratory therapy services at a Level I Trauma facility
• Minimal to no RTO available for this assignment
• First-time travelers are accepted if resume reflects the needed skills
• Facility conducts nicotine/cotinine testing as part of a nicotine-free campus policy
• Candidates must sign offer within 24 hours and complete labs within 48 hours of signing
• License verification must be completed within 72 hours of signing
• A medication pass/fail test is administered, with a retake opportunity if needed