Travel Respiratory Therapist
Washington, DC
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs

Respiratory Therapist Location: Washington, DC 20032

About the Role

The facility is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide respiratory and pulmonary therapy, management, and rehabilitation across diverse patient populations—from infants to the elderly. Under physician direction, the therapist will support patients experiencing acute and chronic breathing difficulties in a high-acuity environment.

This role requires strong clinical assessment skills, the ability to interpret physiologic data, and proficiency in managing respiratory equipment and therapeutic interventions. Candidates must have both pediatric NICU and adult ER critical care experience to be considered.

This assignment supports an immediate need for an RRT to join a fast-paced clinical team.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to facility policies and procedures

• Perform focused interviews to identify patient needs

• Assess physiologic and psychosocial changes in patient condition

• Assist with diagnosing lung and breathing disorders

• Evaluate patients and perform respiratory tests and studies

• Determine appropriate therapy and treatment options with physicians

• Obtain and analyze physiologic specimens (blood, sputum)

• Manage respiratory/pulmonary equipment and devices

• Educate patients and families on lung diseases and breathing disorders

• Deliver interventions according to care plans and facility standards

• Follow emergency, safety, and infection-control procedures

• Communicate changes in patient status to nursing, respiratory leadership, and physicians

• Support cardiopulmonary rehab, ventilatory support, airway care, and bronchopulmonary hygiene

• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold HIPAA standards

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Shift Schedule

Shift: Nights Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Schedule: 3×12s (36 hours/week) Duration: 9 weeks Weekends/Holidays: As required by facility needs

Minimum Requirements

• Current Respiratory Therapist Certification or Registration (state-specific)

• RRT license required

• Pediatric NICU and adult ER critical care experience required

• 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required

• Current ACLS and BLS

• One year of clinical experience preferred

• Completion of Amergis Competency program (if applicable)

• Current CPR (if applicable)

• TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (as required)

• Current health certificate (per state/contract regulations)

• Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements

• Successful completion of new-hire training

• Strong communication skills; English proficiency required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Compensation Packages

Local Respiratory Therapist Pay Rate: $62 Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,232

Travel Respiratory Therapist Hourly Pay: $18 Meals: $644 Housing: $1,372 Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,664

Facility Information

This Respiratory Therapist role is posted through UHS Fieldglass and supports a high-acuity clinical environment requiring advanced respiratory care skills. The therapist will work across multiple care sites and acuity levels, providing:

• Diagnostic evaluation

• Physiologic specimen analysis

• Mechanical ventilatory support

• Artificial airway care

• Bronchopulmonary hygiene

• Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

• Hemodynamic and cardiovascular support

• Application and monitoring of medical gases and environmental control systems

Why Join This Assignment

This role offers the opportunity to work across high-acuity pediatric and adult care environments, including NICU and ER settings. The therapist will play a critical role in stabilizing and treating complex cardiopulmonary conditions while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. With advanced technology, diverse patient populations, and a demanding clinical environment, this assignment is ideal for Respiratory Therapists seeking to expand their critical-care expertise.

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 
About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.