Travel Contract

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Saint Louis, MO
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,000/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start Date11/30/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

1% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Registered Respiratory Therapist pay in Missouri

Estimated total pay

$2,000/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered specializing in RT PEDS. The position provides respiratory care for adult and geriatric patients in a short-term acute care setting. Responsibilities include critical care support, ventilator management, airway procedures, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.

Job Details

Schedule: Night shifts; 11.5-hour shifts; 34.5 hours per week. Rotating weekend and holiday schedule with on-call responsibilities.
Required Qualifications:
- Three years of experience
- Registered Respiratory Therapist certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
- Experience with required charting systems
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous charge experience
- Community hospital experience
- Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) experience
- Level I trauma experience
- Level II trauma experience
Additional Information:
- Adult critical care experience, including intensive care and cardiovascular unit support
- Experience assisting with percutaneous tracheostomy procedures and bronchoscopies
- Proficiency with airway management, intubation assistance, extubation, tracheostomy care, and mechanical ventilation weaning
- Experience with continuous positive airway pressure, bilevel positive airway pressure, high-flow nasal cannula, and aerosol therapy
- Ability to interpret arterial blood gases and troubleshoot high-pressure ventilator alarms
- Experience with bronchodilator treatments, inhaled medications, oxygen delivery systems, and suctioning
- Care provided for adult and geriatric patient populations
- Orientation and compliance activities must be completed before the assignment begins

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 #1345733. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 34.5 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

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About

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 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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