Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2+ years of adult critical care experience for a 13-week night shift contract in a pulmonary unit in Clovis, NM.

Details

• Pulmonary unit at an acute care hospital in Clovis, NM
• Adult critical care, progressive care, medical surgical, and general pediatrics patient population
• 12-hour night shifts, 3 days per week (36 hours/week)
• Varied shift scheduling; block scheduling is not available
• On-call, weekend, and holiday coverage required
• Floating required, including to alternate locations within 20 miles of the primary assigned location
• Epic EMR used; on-site training available for candidates without prior Epic experience
• 13-week contract with potential extension to 26 weeks based on need

Requirements

• Associate's degree or Diploma in Respiratory Care
• Minimum 2 years of current experience in adult critical care, progressive care, medical surgical care, and/or general pediatrics
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC
• New Mexico Respiratory Care Practitioner License (license required if applicable)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications from AHA, AHSI, or American Red Cross
• Current NALS or NRP certification from AHA, AHSI, or American Red Cross
• Must be a team player, flexible, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Provides cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, respiratory treatments, and ventilatory support for inpatients and outpatients
• Former employees of the health system must wait a minimum of one year before being considered for a travel assignment
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• All required certifications must be current and on file for consideration