Registered Respiratory Therapist
Joplin, MO
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 Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift acute care hospital position requiring RRT and BLS certification with 2+ years of experience.

Details

• Acute care hospital respiratory therapy department
• Night shift, 3x12 schedule
• Weekend hours and call as required by the facility
• EPIC EMR used
• No floating required

Requirements

• RRT and BLS certification required (license required if applicable)
• NRP, ACLS, and PEARS certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapist experience in an acute care hospital
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in the specialty being submitted
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills to evaluate patient reactions and recommend treatment plans
• No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Evaluate patient reactions to respiratory therapy and recommend corresponding treatment plans
• Interact closely with patients, physicians, and nursing staff
• Work as part of a patient-focused, team-oriented environment
• Level 2 Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI Center
• Black scrub color required; torn clothing and open-toed shoes are not permitted
• Flu vaccination required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1, with exemptions subject to client approval
• Up to 5 days of requested time off allowed, must be made up during the assignment
• Accepts local candidates within 50 miles, subject to facility restrictions on consecutive local contracts