ECMO Respiratory Therapist
Ann Arbor, MI
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric ECMO in Ann Arbor, MI. 13-week contract; ECMO and EPIC experience required. Join a leading academic medical center providing advanced pediatric and adult ECMO care.

Step into a rewarding travel contract as a Hospital Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Ann Arbor, MI, where you will play a vital role in a large-volume pediatric and adult ECMO program. This position focuses on providing expert respiratory and ventilator management to pediatric ECMO patients who are stable, including those with congenital heart disease, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, and respiratory failure. Ideal for respiratory therapists seeking pediatric ECMO experience, critical care exposure (PICU/ICU), and growth in an academic medical environment.

Located in Ann Arbor (zip code 48109) near the University of Michigan, this Michigan travel respiratory therapy job offers access to a vibrant arts scene, diverse dining, parks, and a thriving downtown—perfect for professional growth and leisure. Search keywords: Ann Arbor respiratory therapist jobs, Michigan ECMO jobs, travel RRT opportunities.

Job Details

• Location: Ann Arbor, MI 48109 (University of Michigan area)
• Position: Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric ECMO / Hospital Respiratory Therapist
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (May 4, 2026 – August 3, 2026)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $3,050 – $3,280 (competitive weekly pay for travel RRT roles)
• Shift: 3 x 12-hour days (07:00 – 19:00), rotating days/nights
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Coverage: 2 weekends per 4-week departmental scheduling period
• On-Site Position: Hospital-based; PICU/ICU and cardiothoracic service lines

Qualifications / Job Requirements

• Active Michigan RRT license (must be in hand at time of submission)
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Respiratory Therapist; critical care/ICU or PICU experience preferred
• ECMO experience required (prior ECMO specialist experience at an urban/academic medical center accepted for first timers)
• EPIC EMR/EPIC charting experience required
• BLS certification required
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
• Two manager/supervisor references required (charge RNs not accepted)

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized respiratory care and ventilator management for pediatric patients on ECMO (stable ECMO patients)
• Manage patients with congenital heart disease, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, and respiratory failure in PICU and ICU settings
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot advanced ECMO equipment including Cardiohelp and PediMag; perform ECMO circuit management
• Maintain patient care ratios of 1:1 (occasionally 1:2 for pediatric circuits) and 1:3 for adults with remote monitoring
• Document all care, ventilator settings, and interventions using EPIC electronic medical records
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, perfusionists, and ECMO specialists to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
• Participate in departmental scheduling, weekend coverage, and unit-based clinical responsibilities as required

This travel RRT opportunity in Ann Arbor, MI is ideal for Respiratory Therapists seeking to expand pediatric ECMO and critical care experience within a prominent academic program. If you are an experienced RRT with ECMO and EPIC experience, apply now to advance your clinical career in Michigan.

Apply today to be considered for this Hospital Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric ECMO travel contract in Ann Arbor, MI. Join our healthcare team and take the next step in your respiratory therapy career.

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