Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Lawton, OK
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,805/weekOverview
- Start Date08/24/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Pediatric (RT PEDS) position is located in Oklahoma. This role involves providing patient care activities in pediatric critical care settings under the supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor and Cardiopulmonary Manager. The position requires training Respiratory Therapy personnel in adult, pediatric, and neonatal critical care environments. Flexibility in schedule is essential, with rotation-based on-call and weekend shifts.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: At least 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience, Associates degree in respiratory therapy, BLS certification from AHA, Oklahoma state licensure.
- Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: The position follows Trio's clinical interview process; candidates can expect outreach within two hours via phone and text where applicable, with decisions typically made the same day or by the next business day. Applicants seeking more than 7 days off, more than 50% of holidays off, or with negative background or employment history may experience processing delays. The role involves patient care activities in critical care areas, including adult, pediatric, and neonatal care, and includes training RT personnel in these 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
Employer
Cross Country Allied
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Pros
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Cons
None
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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.
About Lawton, OK
As a Travel 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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