Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Albany, GA
MedCadre
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,100/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration17 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$936/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,164/week
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Health Care FSA
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Retention bonus
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Sick pay
- Weekly pay
Description
Title: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Albany, GA 31701
Shift Timing: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Schedule: 3x12 Hours, 36 Hours/Week
Contract Duration: 17 Weeks with possible extension
Start Date: 07/06/2026
Position Overview
Seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 17-week travel assignment in Albany, Georgia. The ideal candidate will have strong critical care experience and be comfortable managing high-acuity patients, ventilators, airway management, and intubations in an acute care environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory care treatments and airway management for adult and pediatric patients.
- Perform nebulizer treatments, CPAP, BiPAP, Vapotherm, and ventilator management.
- Collect and interpret ABGs and report critical values.
- Assist with intubations and bronchoscopies.
- Manage patients with respiratory failure, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, ARDS, and other critical illnesses.
- Provide respiratory support in ICU settings and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff.
- Operate Servo ventilators (U and I models).
- Participate in charge and clinical coordinator responsibilities as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation using MEDITECH.
- Follow department policies and patient safety standards.
Skills:
- Experience in facilities with 300+ beds required.
- Critical care and ventilator management experience required.
- Must be comfortable with intubations and high patient volumes.
Qualifications
- Active GA State RRT License
- NBRC Certificate
- AHA - BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- NRP Certificate
- Minimum of 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience required.
- At least one previous travel assignment required.
- Experience with MEDITECH preferred.
Employer
MedCadre
At MedCadre, headquartered in Irvine, California and serving healthcare organizations nationwide, we connect exceptional clinicians with world-class career opportunities while upholding the highest standards of ethics, fairness, and integrity. As a Joint Commission–accredited and ISO 9001–certified leader in medical staffing, we strictly adhere to healthcare regulations, ensuring trust and peace of mind for both our clinicians and partner facilities.
Guided by our core values; Results, Approachability, Care, and Emergency (RACE), we foster an environment where you can grow professionally, build meaningful relationships, and deliver outstanding patient care. When you join MedCadre, you become part of a broad network dedicated to advancing healthcare, improving lives, and shaping the future of patient outcomes together.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and embrace diversity at every level of our organization
Learn more about us https://www.medcadre.com/
About Albany, GA
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Albany, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Albany, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Albany experiences hot and humid summers with average highs of around 92°F and mild winters with average lows of about 40°F.
- It is important to be prepared for the heat and humidity in the summer and occasional cold snaps in the winter.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Albany, GA.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agents or online rental platforms.
- Albany is more car-friendly, and having a vehicle is often necessary for getting around.
- Public transportation options are limited, so it's important to have access to a car for daily activities.
- Albany, GA has a diverse population with a mix of ages.
- Common health issues in the area include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Albany offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, along with opportunities to explore art and music in the local community.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing in the area's natural surroundings.
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