Travel Contract

Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Aurora, CO
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,250/week
Posted 6 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date08/31/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,250/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) specializing in Pediatric (PEDS) care is needed in Aurora, Colorado. This position involves providing respiratory therapy services in a high-volume pediatric unit, supporting patient care with advanced equipment and collaborative team efforts. The role offers an opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a professional setting focused on delivering exceptional pediatric respiratory care.

Job Details:

  • Location: The healthcare facility is located at 1501 S Potomac Street, Aurora, CO 80012.
  • Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
  • Required Qualifications: Certifications include BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS. Education and experience require candidates to have at least 6 months of current acute care respiratory therapist hospital experience.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Prior Meditech experience and pediatric, neonatal intensive care unit, or pediatric intensive care unit experience are advantageous.
  • Additional Information: The unit features state-of-the-art equipment including Hamilton G5/C1/T1 ventilators, V60, Vyair Avea, and EMR systems utilizing Meditech. The staffing ratio varies but generally includes a team of qualified respiratory therapists and support staff. The unit emphasizes energetic, team-oriented, and honest personalities, with a focus on delivering a positive patient experience.
  • Experience: 6 years of hospital respiratory therapy experience.

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 #1295082. 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

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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.

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About Aurora, CO

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
  • Aurora has a large population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Plentiful and diverse local attractions including the Aurora History Museum, the Black American West Museum, and the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus.
  • Fantastic food scene with restaurants like El Taco de Mexico, Sam's No 3 Diner, and La Sandia Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar.
  • Outdoor activities include the Aurora Reservoir for fishing, boating, swimming, and ice skating in the winter, as well as over 50 miles of beautiful hiking trails.
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