Registered Respiratory Therapist
Lawton, OK
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,805/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Pediatric (PEDS) position is available in a critical care setting located in Lawton, Oklahoma. This role involves providing patient care activities across adult, pediatric, and neonatal critical care areas under supervision, with opportunities for training RT personnel. The position requires active collaboration with the cardiopulmonary management team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Job Details:
- Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
- Schedule: Days shift; 12 hours per shift; minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: At least 2 years of Respiratory Therapist (RT) experience; Associates in respiratory therapy; BLS (American Heart Association) certification; Oklahoma state licensure
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in adult, pediatric, and neonatal critical care settings; prior training or teaching experience for RT personnel
- Additional Information: Unable to accommodate blocked scheduling at this time. Candidates must have active compliance documentation submitted one week prior to start date. Local candidates may be considered at a reduced rate. Candidate profile must include work history and permanent address.
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
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Lawton, OK
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Lawton, OK here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally align with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 94°F, average low: 71°F.
- Winter average high: 53°F, average low: 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
- Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
- Limited public transportation options.
- 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.
- 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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