Travel Contract

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Lawton, OK
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$1,890/week
Posted 3 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,890/week

Description

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Night Shift | Travel Contract | Lawton, OK

Experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Night Shift travel contract in Lawton, OK. 13-week hospital assignment with competitive weekly pay and a collaborative respiratory care team. Apply now to join our respiratory therapy team in southwest Oklahoma.

Job Details – Respiratory Therapist Travel Job

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,520 – $1,640
  • Location: Lawton, OK 73505 – Lawton and southwest Oklahoma (Wichita Mountains area); great for clinicians seeking Oklahoma respiratory therapist jobs and travel RT positions
  • Setting: Hospital – Respiratory Therapy Unit (acute care, pulmonary care)
  • Contract Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 12-hour nights
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Number of Positions: 2
  • Start Date: April 27, 2026

Qualifications / Job Requirements

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
  • At least 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a hospital or acute care setting
  • Cardiopulmonary certification or equivalent pulmonary care credentials
  • Experience with mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, and aerosol therapies preferred
  • Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and thrive in a fast-paced hospital environment
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills

Primary Responsibilities – Respiratory Care & Clinical Duties

  • Provide direct respiratory care to patients across the lifespan—from premature infants to geriatric patients—diagnosed with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders
  • Evaluate, treat, and monitor patients using oxygen therapy, aerosol medication, chest physiotherapy, and mechanical ventilation (ventilator management)
  • Perform respiratory assessments, initiate and manage airway support, and respond to code/rapid response situations as needed
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to manage COPD, asthma, pneumonia, and other pulmonary conditions
  • Document patient progress, treatment interventions, and ventilator changes in the medical record; adjust treatment plans per clinical status
  • Maintain equipment safety, infection control standards, and a supportive patient care environment

This travel respiratory therapist (RRT) assignment in Lawton, Oklahoma is an excellent opportunity for RTs seeking travel healthcare jobs, hospital respiratory therapy experience, and competitive pay. Join our team and make a measurable impact on patient outcomes.

Apply now to be considered for this Respiratory Therapist (RRT) night shift travel contract in Lawton, OK. Join our healthcare 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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #478329. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Hospital

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Lawton, OK

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Lawton, OK here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally align with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average high: 94°F, average low: 71°F.
  • Winter average high: 53°F, average low: 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
Transportation
  • Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
  • Limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the dry climate.
  • Lawton has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Plenty of dining options with a mix of local and chain restaurants.
  • Art and music scene is vibrant, with local galleries and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college and high school games.
  • Outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, and camping at the nearby Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.
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