Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist

Company: Connected Health Care
Location: Durham
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Connected Health Care is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Durham, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Contract Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NICU - Days Nights Available! /n Durham, North Carolina - 8.0 weeks /n Connected, your partner in Healthcare, Educational, Government, and Direct Hire services, is excited to connect qualified and passionate travel professional like you for a 8-week opportunity located in or near Durham, North Carolina. Enjoy competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Job Requirements/n /n - Education Requirements: Associate's degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy or related field/n - Certifications Requirements: RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) certification, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)/n - Experience Requirements: 2 years of clinical RRT experience, including NICU or neonatal critical care/n - Other Requirements: Ability to work nights, excellent communication skills, resilience in high-pressure environments/n What We Offer/n /n - /n Premium Pay That Values You: Weekly direct deposit (with next-day pay features coming soon!) at rates 13% above market average—we benchmark every assignment to make you feel like a valued member of our team and to ensure we're staying competitive. /n - /n Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical/dental/vision eligibility starting the 1st day of the month after your start date, continuing between active assignments—plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave, so you can focus on what you do best without added stress. /n - /n Support Your Lifestyle: Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly!) travel/mileage reimbursements; guaranteed hours and cancellation protection; nationwide opportunities spanning from major metros to underserved areas—we manage the details so you can focus on what matters most in your personal and professional life. /n - /n Investment in Your Growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, License CEU reimbursements, are just some of the ways we invest in our team because you deserve a partner who grows with you. /n - /n Streamlined Compliance & Flexibility: Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses/certs; user-friendly Portal for seamless onboarding (avg 14 days); shifts customized to your needs; rapid interviews (38 hours typical)—we value your time, making compliance effortless and flexible to fit your unique schedule. /n Why Connected Health Care?/n /n - /n We Care About Your Journey: In this demanding field, we start by listening—providing upfront insights on roles, pay, and perks so you feel seen and supported from the first click, aligned with our motto: If we take care of our team, they take care of our partners. /n - /n Personalized Job Matches That Fit You: Tell us your story, preferences like specialties, facility size, city/state preferences, or work-life balance needs—we craft opportunities where you shine, with 92% of our candidates extending or referring because we truly prioritize what matters to you. /n - /n Unwavering Support Every Step: From 24/7 recruiter access to fast compliance and career guidance, we're your dedicated partner—delivering 13% higher pay than the national average, 92% retention rates, quick turnaround times for interviews/offers, and national placements because we know the toll of shortages and want to ease it for you. /n - /n A Genuine Partnership Built on Trust: We're not just a staffing firm; we're your advocate in a competitive world—turning challenges into rewarding paths with empathy, transparency, direct client focus for seamless fits, and a network that feels like family, helping you build the career you deserve. /n Job Responsibilities/n /n - Provide respiratory care and interventions to neonatal patients in the NICU, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols and safety standards./n - Monitor patient vitals and respiratory status, adjusting treatments as necessary to optimize outcomes./n - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans./n - Document patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress accurately in the electronic medical record system./n - Respond promptly to on-call emergencies and assist during critical procedures as part of the neonatal ICU team./n /n Apply now through Connected Health Care – submit your resume today! Connected Healthcare Job ID 173136. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Contract Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NICU - Days Nights Available! About Connected Health Care Connected Health Care is a nationally recognized healthcare recruiting and staffing agency specializing in travel nursing, travel allied health, interim leadership, per-diem staffing, and permanent placement. Our team of professional account managers, recruits, and credentialists are focused on providing you with the most fulfilling career path that aligns with your personal goals, whether you are traveling with us for a season or looking for a permanent place to call home. Benefits - Weekly pay - Holiday Pay - Guaranteed Hours - Continuing Education - 401k retirement plan - Company provided housing options - Cancelation protection - Mileage reimbursement - Referral bonus - Employee assistance programs - Medical benefits - Dental benefits - Vision benefits - Benefits start day 1 - License and certification reimbursement

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