Travel Contract

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Louis, MO
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,830/week

Posted 9 days ago

Overview

Start Date07/13/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,830/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT PEDS) St. Louis, Missouri. The organization is seeking Registered Respiratory Therapists to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapy services, including ventilator support and treatment effectiveness evaluation, in accordance with physicians orders. Candidates must bring their license on the first day of employment.

Job Details:

Schedule: Night shift; 12-hour shifts; minimum 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) status with the National Board of Respiratory Care; current license in the State of Missouri; Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (may obtain upon hire); Graduate from an accredited college program in Respiratory Care; ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills; ability to be flexible and adaptable
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree; prior Adult Intensive Care and Emergency Department care; Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Additional Information: Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy according to physicians orders, determines the effectiveness of therapy, and provides ventilator support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation while maintaining life support equipment in intensive care units and other designated areas.

Benefits: The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1275225. 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

Employer

Cross Country Allied

3.9rating(49 reviews)

5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied

5.0rating

Pros

Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler

Cons

None

Recommends working with Cross Country Allied

Anonymous

CT Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Review of Bekah Williams on Jun 13, 2026

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About Saint Louis, MO

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.

Transportation

Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.

Demographics

Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.

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