Registered Respiratory Therapist
Farmington, CT
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,405/weekOverview
- Start Date11/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
The organization is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT) for a position in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing respiratory care to adult patients with a focus on respiratory and cardiac conditions. The position offers a dynamic environment requiring flexibility across multiple departments, including the emergency room, intensive care unit, medical-surgical floors, telemetry, and psychiatric units.
Job Details
- Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Active Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) or equivalent, BLS certification, RRT license; minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience; experience with EPIC electronic health record system; required travel experience.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., every other weekend, with additional call and holiday requirements.
- Additional Information: Must be able to work in emergency room, intensive care unit, medical-surgical, telemetry, psychiatric, and neonatal intensive care units if applicable. Highly desired: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Candidate must be able to float to different departments within 30 miles and work overtime as required.
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
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 Farmington, CT
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Farmington, CT here's what you should know:- Farmington's cost of living is higher than the national average, mainly due to housing costs.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 83°F, and winter lows can drop to 17°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Farmington, and they can be found with some research and planning.
- Farmington is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include heart disease and cancer.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Farmington offers a variety of restaurants, some art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf courses and hiking trails in the outdoors.
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