Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Job

Were hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in Anchorage, AK where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders. The role requires competency across neonatal, pediatric, and adult respiratory care and participation in unit-wide respiratory support activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelors degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current state license in good standing with the State License Board.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required. Candidates holding CRT must meet facility acceptance criteria.
• One year experience as an RRT. Experience with ER/CCU, NICU, and Level II care strongly preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Demonstrated competency with ventilator setup and management for neonate through adult patients.
• Experience with Hi Flow in NICU, Bubble CPAP, BiPAP, nebulized treatments, nitric oxide, and Flolan therapy.
• Ability to perform and interpret EKGs.
• Ability to float and provide respiratory therapy coverage across all inpatient units.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a hospital respiratory therapy department covering multiple units.
• Neonatal ventilation and NICU respiratory protocols experience.
• Familiarity with hospital scrub attire and clinical dress standards.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 07:0019:00.
• Weekend and on-call responsibilities required.
• Floating across units within the hospital required.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and dedication. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package beginning the first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available when applicable.
• Travel and license reimbursement where applicable.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with our organization, you get flexibility and stability while impacting communities. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts across the country. Access career support, relocation assistance where applicable, and tools designed to help match your skills with assignments.

Location Highlights

Anchorage offers access to major outdoor recreation and city amenities within short drives. The city is within a 12 hour drive of Chugach State Park and the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, and it provides easy access to Anchorage Museum and the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Anchorage supports an active outdoor lifestyle with nearby hiking, fishing, and skiing options and has an international airport offering regional and national connections.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.