Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Philadelphia, PA
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
3x12 hrs

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Hospital Setting (Night Shift)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Night Shift – Philadelphia, PA | 13-week hospital contract in University City. Immediate opportunity for experienced hospital respiratory therapists with trauma and critical care experience.

Join a dynamic healthcare team in Philadelphia, PA (19104) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week contract. This hospital respiratory therapist job is ideal for RRTs who want to make a clinical impact in a high-volume trauma center located in the vibrant University City district of Philadelphia. Enjoy working in a bustling urban environment known for its diverse culture and easy access to parks, restaurants, and entertainment.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,890 - $2,030
• Location: On-site in Philadelphia, PA (19104) – University City neighborhood
• Role: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Hospital / Critical Care / Trauma
• Setting: Hospital – High-volume trauma center
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours per Week: 36
• Shift: Night shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), every other weekend required
• Start Date: May 25, 2026

Job Requirements

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an RRT in a hospital setting; high-volume trauma and critical care experience required
• Proven skills in ventilator management, airway management, ABG analysis, and oxygen therapy
• Ability to work night shifts and every other weekend as scheduled
• Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and ability to perform in fast-paced acute care environments
• Preferred: BLS/ACLS certifications and prior experience with EMR documentation (preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients across trauma, medical-surgical, and critical care units
• Perform assessments, treatments, and interventions for acute and chronic respiratory conditions
• Manage invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation and ventilator weaning protocols
• Administer aerosolized medications, oxygen therapy, and perform airway management and suctioning
• Obtain and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and implement appropriate interventions
• Respond rapidly to respiratory emergencies and participate in code and rapid response teams
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including physicians, nurses, and allied health—to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record and adhere to hospital policies and respiratory care protocols

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Philadelphia. Submit your resume today and take the next step in your respiratory therapist career—hospital night shift opportunities available for qualified RRTs. Join our healthcare team today and make an immediate impact on patient care in University City, Philadelphia.

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.