Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Madison, WI
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – 13-week hospital contract in Madison, WI at a leading hospital. Pediatric and adult critical care opportunity.

Join a renowned hospital in Madison, WI, and make a difference in pediatric and adult patient care at Wisconsin's #1 hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center. Work in a Magnet-designated facility with nationally recognized specialists and advanced critical care environments—an excellent travel respiratory therapist job for RRTs seeking hospital respiratory therapist experience in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Details

• Location: A leading hospital in Madison, WI
• Position: Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Hospital/Acute Care
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 13, 2026 – July 13, 2026)
• Shift Duration: 12 Hour Nights
• Shift Options: Night 3x12-hour (19:00 – 07:30), Mid 5x8-hour (15:00 – 23:30), Evening/Night 8/12 hr shifts; every other weekend & holiday rotation
• Hours per Week: 36
• Call Requirement: One 12-hour call shift every 6 weeks
• Orientation: Approximately 40 hours
• Parking: Permit required for onsite parking; alternative transportation options available

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a staff respiratory therapist in an acute care hospital setting, with both pediatric and adult experience
• Experience in an Academic Level 1 Trauma Center or similar-size tertiary hospital preferred
• Graduate of a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license for the State of Wisconsin (license must be in hand at submittal)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Current BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications (American Heart Association)
• Epic electronic charting experience required
• Traveler's permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the facility
• Telemetry exam required prior to start (strict pass/fail criteria)
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality respiratory care across pediatric and adult populations in ICU, IMC, and step-down units
• Manage mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation (NIV), high-flow oxygen therapy, and ventilator weaning
• Perform aerosolized medication administration, tracheostomy care, airway clearance techniques, and sputum inductions
• Assist with intubation, extubation, drawing arterial blood gases (ABGs), and ventilator management
• Support neonatal transports and assist in high-risk deliveries as needed (pediatric respiratory therapist duties)
• Provide pulmonary hygiene, chest physiotherapy, and secretion management for diagnoses such as ARDS, pneumonia, cystic fibrosis, and respiratory distress syndrome
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, nurses, therapists) to ensure coordinated critical care
• Float between units based on staffing needs and participate in weekend/holiday rotations

Why This Respiratory Therapist Job in Madison, WI?

• Work at a Magnet-designated, top-ranked hospital with advanced pediatric and adult critical care services
• Hands-on experience with complex ICU/IMC patients and high-acuity respiratory cases
• Opportunity to expand skills in mechanical ventilation, neonatal transports, and advanced respiratory procedures
• Estimated weekly salary range: $1930–$2080
• Live and work in Madison, WI—enjoy lakes, parks, cultural events, and a friendly community

Interested in this travel respiratory therapist opportunity? Apply now to join our healthcare team. Please submit current Wisconsin RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and AHA certifications with your application. Travelers must meet all pre-employment requirements including telemetry exam and flu vaccination (or approved exemption).

Join us for a rewarding respiratory therapist job in Madison, Wisconsin—deliver exceptional patient care in a top-tier hospital setting. Apply now!

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.