At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage mechanical ventilation, perform airway management, and administer medications across diverse patient populations.
- Company: Join American Traveler, a leader in healthcare staffing with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy premium health insurance, a generous 401(k) match, and a substantial housing stipend.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with 24/7 support and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while gaining valuable experience in various specialties.
- Qualifications: Must be a graduate of a CoARC-approved program with RRT credential and current BLS certification.
The predicted salary is between 63 - 63 £ per hour.
American Traveler is seeking a local contract Registered Respiratory Therapist for a day‑shift assignment in Craig, Colorado.
Job Summary
• Specialty
Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline
Allied Health Professional
• Start Date
07/12/2026
• Duration
- 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type
- Local Contract
- Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3 x 12 hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
- Description
Responsibilities include mechanical ventilation management, arterial blood gas draws, airway management, and medication administration across adult, pediatric, neonatal, and geriatric patient populations.
- Details
- Day shift schedule
- 13‑week assignment
- Cardiopulmonary/Respiratory Therapy department
- Patient population: adult, geriatric, pediatric, neonatal
- Specialty areas: Emergency, Neonatal, Pediatric, Geriatric, Critical Care
- Mechanical ventilation management, arterial blood gas draws, airway management, medication administration
Requirements
- Graduate of a Co ARC‑approved Respiratory Care Program with RRT credential per NBRC guidelines
- Current, unencumbered RRT license (license required if applicable)
- Current BLS certification
- NRP certification required (or obtainable within 6 months of hire)
- 1 year of RRT experience with knowledge of General Respiratory Care and Mechanical Ventilation preferred
- Experience with pulmonary diagnostics preferred
- Experience with cardiac diagnostics (EKG, Holter monitor, Event Monitor, Cardiac Stress Testing) preferred
- DOB and SSN may be required for consideration
- Additional Information
- Administer and monitor respiratory care procedures across specialty areas including Emergency, Neonatal, Pediatric, Geriatric, and Critical Care
- Perform airway management (bag/mask ventilation, suction, assist with intubation)
- Initiate, maintain, and monitor ventilated patients; interpret flow‑volume and pressure‑volume curves to guide clinical changes
- Translate medication dosing for neonatal and pediatric patients using appropriate equipment and procedures
- Assist with orientation and training of new employees, respiratory students, and nursing students
- Maintain accurate documentation of all respiratory care procedures and patient charge reconciliation
- Adhere to facility dress code and infection control, safety, and risk management procedures
- American Traveler Job ID #P-721900L. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist
Benefits
- Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
- Generous 401(k) match
- Substantial housing stipend
- 24/7 support and access to in‑house clinicians
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Local Contract Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary - $63 per hour in Craig employer: American Traveler
American Traveler is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its employees. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including premium medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one, as well as a generous 401(k) match, employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Located in Craig, Colorado, this role provides unique opportunities for growth within the cardiopulmonary field, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on diverse patient populations while enjoying the beauty of the local environment.
