Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Ithaca, NY
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
3x12 hrs

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Night Travel Contract in Ithaca, NY. 13-week hospital assignment; New York RRT license and BLS/ACLS/PALS required. Apply now for this travel respiratory therapist job in the Finger Lakes region.

About the Role

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on night shift for a 13-week travel contract in Ithaca, NY. This hospital-based respiratory therapy position provides critical respiratory care to neonates, pediatric, and adult patients in an acute care setting. Ideal candidates have strong critical care skills, experience with mechanical ventilation, and a commitment to excellent patient outcomes. This is a great opportunity for respiratory therapists seeking travel RRT jobs or New York respiratory therapy positions.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930 – $2,080 per week
• Location: Ithaca, NY 14850 (Finger Lakes region) — New York respiratory jobs
• Setting: Hospital – Respiratory Therapy Unit (acute/critical care)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 20, 2026)
• Shift: Night shifts, 3x12 hours per week
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: 2–3 nights per weekend coverage
• Employment Type: Travel Contract – travel respiratory therapist job

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Active New York State RRT license required
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• NRP certification preferred but not required
• Proven critical care and clinical decision-making skills
• Familiarity with respiratory care protocols and hospital policies
• Proficiency with high flow oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation, and arterial puncture
• Prior NICU or pediatric respiratory experience is a plus

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services to neonate, pediatric, and adult patients across acute care units
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate respiratory care interventions
• Operate and monitor high flow oxygen systems, mechanical ventilators, and non-invasive ventilation devices
• Perform arterial punctures and other respiratory procedures per protocol
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (nurses, physicians, therapists) to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in the medical record
• Provide required weekend night coverage; no on-call or floating required

Why Join Us

• Competitive weekly pay for travel respiratory therapists
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week and predictable night shift schedule
• Work in a supportive hospital respiratory therapy unit in Ithaca, NY — enjoy the scenic Finger Lakes community

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Ithaca, NY. Candidates who meet the New York RRT license and certification requirements will be prioritized. Join our team and advance your career with this travel respiratory therapist opportunity.

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.