Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department & Transport
Clinton, MD
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Hospital Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) – Night Shift | Travel | Clinton, MD (20735)

Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) – Night shift in Clinton, MD (20735). 13-week travel contract for experienced critical care, ED and transport RTs.

Join a dedicated healthcare team in Clinton, Maryland as a Hospital Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) for a 13-week travel contract. This travel respiratory therapist role supports adult critical care, the emergency department (ED), and transport patients in a community hospital setting. Clinton (zip 20735) is a welcoming suburb of Washington, D.C., offering easy access to the D.C. metro area and outdoor attractions. This is a great opportunity for respiratory therapists seeking Maryland respiratory therapy jobs or travel allied health positions in the Washington, D.C. area.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,450 – $1,560
• Location: Clinton, Maryland (20735) — Washington, D.C. area
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (May 18, 2026 – August 17, 2026)
• Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Employment Type: Travel Respiratory Therapist, On-Site
• Patient Age Groups: Neonates, Adults, Geriatrics
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend required

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years recent experience as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) in adult critical care, ED, and transport settings
• Valid Maryland RT license required at time of submission
• RRT or CRT credential required
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Community hospital experience required; prior transport experience preferred
• Experience with Cerner charting system preferred
• First-time travelers accepted
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Two supervisor references required

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care across adult critical care, emergency department (ED), and transport units
• Perform airway management and ventilator management, including BiPAP, CPAP, intubation assist, extubation, and mechanical ventilation weaning
• Set up aerosol delivery (mask/trach), manage tracheostomy care, and perform arterial blood gas (ABG) collection and interpretation
• Assess and manage respiratory distress syndrome, pneumonia, and other acute pulmonary conditions
• Assist with intra-hospital patient transports and emergency response as needed
• Document patient care and interventions using the Cerner electronic health record (EHR)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and respiratory services to optimize patient outcomes
• Participate in orientation and complete required facility modules

Ready to take the next step? Apply now to join our healthcare team—this Night Shift Travel Respiratory Therapist opportunity in Clinton, MD (20735) is ideal for RRTs/CRTs seeking travel respiratory therapy jobs in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. area. Join our team today!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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.