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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) for a night shift hospital position requiring RRT credentialing within 12 months of hire.

Details

• Work in a hospital Respiratory Care department serving all patient age levels
• Night shift schedule of 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week, 36 hours weekly
• 26-week contract assignment
• Performs invasive and noninvasive diagnostic testing and patient monitoring
• Uses computerized medical record system for documentation

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved Respiratory Care Program
• Licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (license required if applicable)
• Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• BLS certification (AHA) required upon hire
• ACLS certification (AHA) required within 3 months of hire
• RRT credential required within 12 months of hire
• Minimum of 1 year of experience required
• 2 years of respiratory care experience in a critical care setting preferred
• Full date of birth and Social Security number required for consideration

Additional Information

• Administer therapeutic treatments as prescribed by medical staff
• Act as a resource person to medical staff for respiratory care matters
• Ensure respiratory equipment is properly cleaned and maintained
• Maintain necessary respiratory therapy records
• Participate as part of the quick response team for cardiac and respiratory arrests
• Provide age-appropriate care across all patient populations served by the department
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
• Credentialing and onboarding requirements are strict, with no allowance for start date delays
• Workers may extend a contract one time for a total of 26 weeks, after which a 6-month separation is required before reapplying
• A 30-day written notice is required to cancel or end an assignment early