Travel Contract

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tacoma, WA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,454/week

Overview

Start Date07/27/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks
Facility Information
Childrens

Pay

11% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Registered Respiratory Therapist pay in Washington

Estimated total pay

$2,454/week

Qualifications

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License

State license license in Washington

Description

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist - PEDS12H Nights

City/State: Tacoma, Washington

Shift: 12H Nights, 19:00:00-07:00:00

Start Date: 07/27/2026

Requirements:

Minimum Experience: 1 year of PICU experience within the last 5 years
Required Certifications: BLS, PALS, RRT, WA state license (must be in hand or have proof of application 6+ weeks ago)
Skills: critical care ventilator management; use of NIV (CPAP/BIPAP/HHFNC); respiratory disease management in pediatric patients, including medication delivery and respiratory therapeutic interventions
ABG (GEM); prefer 1 year or more experience in Peds Cardiac ICU
Consider 1st time traveler: yes, with 5 years of experience and 2 recent PICU
Patient Types: pediatric, moderate size Cystic Fibrosis and chronic trach/vent population; ECMO program; use of Nitric Oxide and Heliox, Cardiac Program
EMR: EPIC (required)
Floating: ER, MedSurg, Oncology, PICU
Scheduling: every other weekend rotation
No call
Scrub Color: any, except maroon or spice color

Thrive Staffing Job ID #18186213. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied:Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT),19:00:00-07:00:00

Facility

Mary Bridge Children's Hospital and Health Center

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Childrens

ADDRESS317 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405

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Employer

Thrive Staffing

About

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.

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About Tacoma, WA

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Tacoma, WA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Tacoma is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs range from 70-80°F, while winter average lows range from 35-45°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Tacoma and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular areas close to the city center.

Transportation

Tacoma is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, providing convenient access within the city and to neighboring areas.

Demographics

Tacoma has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery and asthma due to occasional air quality issues.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Tacoma.

Things to Do

Tacoma offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art community with museums and galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby Mount Rainier and enjoy various outdoor activities.

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