CRT
Baton Rouge, LA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) for a night shift position requiring Epic experience and 1+ years of respiratory therapy experience.

Details

• 13-week assignment in the CRT unit
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (18:30-07:00) or (0630-1900/1830-0700)
• Adult critical care and emergency department settings
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Weekend coverage every other weekend
• Performs airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
• Manages ventilators including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Administers nebulizer treatments and oxygen therapy including HFNC
• No on-call requirement

Requirements

• Current CRT or RRT certification
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Level III NICU experience a plus
• License required if applicable
• Driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsible for airway management, suctioning, and specimen collection as needed
• May be assigned to an emergency response team during facility emergencies, with expectation to remain onsite or serve on relief teams
• Must be willing to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• Black scrub color required
• Orientation held 5 days a week
• First-time travelers will be considered if they have 1+ years of experience
• Does not accept local candidates; must live more than 65 miles from the facility
• Candidates who previously worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must be separated from the facility for 1 full year before returning as a traveler
• RTO must be disclosed on profile and discussed during interview to avoid offer rescission