Respiratory Therapist
Columbus, OH
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
3x12 hrs

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Travel Respiratory Therapist Job in Columbus, Ohio

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) travel job in Columbus, OH 43210 at a high-acuity academic medical center. Support adult and geriatric patients on Med/Surg and PCU floors with a consistent night schedule, advanced respiratory care, and a collaborative clinical team. Columbus offers a welcoming mix of urban energy, neighborhood charm, and easy access to dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making it a great place to live and work while making a meaningful impact in a dynamic hospital setting.

Job Details

• Setting: Hospital – Med/Surg floors and PCU
• Location: Columbus, OH 43210
• Start Date: 9/21/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• Shift Duration: 12 hours
• Shifts Per Week: 3
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,660 - $1,780
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Employment Type: Travel
• Schedule Notes: Weekends required; floating between campuses may be required
• Charting System: Epic
• Orientation: 24 hours

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred
• Active Ohio Respiratory Therapist license in hand prior to submission
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification preferred
• ACLS and BLS required
• CRT accepted/required as listed in submission criteria
• High school diploma plus college diploma and/or transcripts required
• Previous travel respiratory therapy experience preferred
• Experience with adult critical care and hospital respiratory care strongly preferred
• Ability to work night shifts, weekends, and float between campuses as needed
• Familiarity with Epic charting is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy support for adults and geriatric patients in a hospital environment
• Perform aerosol treatments, airway support, and tracheostomy care and management
• Assist with noninvasive ventilation, including BiPAP and CPAP
• Support mechanical ventilation management, including weaning and troubleshooting alarms
• Interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and respond to patient respiratory needs
• Set up and manage respiratory equipment such as ventilators, high-flow nasal cannula, and nebulizer therapies
• Provide care on Med/Surg floors and in PCU as assigned
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record using Epic
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to promote safe, effective patient outcomes

Apply now for this travel respiratory therapist opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, and join a respected 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.