Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Memphis, TN
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Night shift, 13-week travel contract in Memphis, TN. Active RRT credential and pediatric acute care experience required.

Join a dynamic pediatric respiratory therapy team at a leading children’s hospital and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center in the heart of Memphis, TN. This travel respiratory therapist opportunity is a 13-week night shift assignment ideal for experienced Pediatric RRTs who want to deliver high-quality respiratory care in a collaborative, family-centered setting. Search keywords: Pediatric RRT, travel respiratory therapist, Memphis respiratory therapy jobs, Tennessee RT jobs.

Job Details

• Position: Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Travel Assignment
• Location: Memphis, TN 38103 (Children’s Hospital, Level I Pediatric Trauma Center)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 6, 2026 – July 6, 2026)
• Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:00)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,830 – $1,970
• Openings: 2 positions
• Weekend Coverage: As needed
• Vaccination Policy: Flu vaccine required (no exemptions); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Ideal Candidates: Experienced pediatric travel respiratory therapists seeking short-term contracts in Memphis/Tennessee

Job Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of recent pediatric respiratory therapy experience in an acute care/hospital setting
• Travel Experience: At least 1 completed previous travel assignment required (first-time travelers not accepted)
• Credential: Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required (CRT not accepted)
• License: Active Tennessee Respiratory Care license required at time of submission
• Pediatric Experience: Required — pediatric ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and airway support experience preferred
• Driver’s License: Must be included with submission
• Local Radius Rule: Candidates must live at least 100 miles from the facility
• Compliance: Ability to meet strict onboarding and documentation requirements
• RTO (Requested Time Off): All RTO must be included at time of submission

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality respiratory care to pediatric patients in a hospital-based, acute care setting, including ventilator management and oxygen therapy
• Assess, monitor, and document respiratory status; respond rapidly to changes in patient condition
• Administer ordered respiratory treatments and manage oxygen delivery systems, ventilators, and non-invasive support per provider orders and hospital protocols
• Support airway and respiratory support needs in collaboration with physicians, nursing, and the interdisciplinary care team
• Provide compassionate, family-centered education and communication with patients and families
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and follow unit policies, safety standards, and quality initiatives
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training; adapt to Level I Pediatric Trauma Center protocols
• Demonstrate flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed

Why Memphis? Located in the vibrant 38103 zip code, Memphis offers a rich musical heritage, world-class cuisine, and a welcoming community. Enjoy the lively downtown, scenic riverfront, and a city known for its arts, culture, and southern hospitality. This role is an excellent match for respiratory therapists looking for travel RT jobs and pediatric RRT positions in Tennessee.

Apply now to make a meaningful impact in pediatric respiratory care in Memphis, TN! Click to submit your application and include your Tennessee license, RRT credential, driver’s license, and any previous travel assignment details. Join our healthcare team today.

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