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

Assignment Overview

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

Description

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

Details

• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM), 36 hours per week
• 13-week assignment
• Weekend shifts required
• Floating between campuses may be required
• Works in Adult Critical Care and Emergency Department settings
• Performs ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, weaning, and alarm troubleshooting
• Administers a wide range of respiratory medications via nebulizer, aerosol, and inhaler delivery systems
• Performs airway management including intubation/extubation support, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Utilizes high flow nasal cannula and trach collar oxygen therapy

Requirements

• Active Ohio State RRT license required at time of submission (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• BLS certification required
• RRT certification required (CRT also acceptable, but not both)
• High school diploma or official transcripts required for compliance
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Skilled in interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
• Experience with ventilator management, airway suctioning, and pulmonary hygiene procedures

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly after signing contract, including travel to an in-state fingerprinting location if necessary
• 2 professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor; charge RN acceptable for second reference; no coworker references accepted
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees are ineligible for traveler positions at this facility
• Requested time off must be submitted with contract and limited to 7 days or less
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate