Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Job – Emergency Department in Cleveland, Ohio

Apply now for a Registered Respiratory Therapist travel contract in Cleveland, Ohio, supporting high-acuity emergency department patients with critical respiratory and neurodiagnostic care. This on-site healthcare opportunity offers experienced RRT professionals the chance to join a collaborative hospital team while serving patients across a respected Cleveland healthcare community. Cleveland combines world-class medical resources with vibrant arts, dining, sports, parks, and waterfront attractions along Lake Erie.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,630-$1,750
• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital emergency department
• Assignment Type: Travel respiratory therapy contract
• Location: Cleveland, Ohio
• Start Date: December 14, 2026
• End Date: May 31, 2027
• Contract Duration: Approximately 24 weeks, with potential extension
• Shifts per Week: 4
• Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
• Schedule: Weekends as needed; floating to affiliated facilities in the greater Cleveland area may be required
• Orientation: 16 hours

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Active Ohio RRT license in hand at the time of submission
• Active National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential in hand at the time of submission
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in hand at the time of submission
• Two recent professional references from a manager, supervisor, assistant nurse manager, or director within the applicant’s specialty
• Complete work history, including prior travel respiratory therapy assignments, must be provided
• Successful completion of required background screening, drug screening, and occupational health requirements
• COVID-19 and influenza vaccination required, with permitted medical or religious exemptions considered
• Ability to support emergency department coverage and float to affiliated healthcare facilities as needed

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services to emergency department patients across a wide range of acuity levels
• Perform respiratory assessments, treatments, monitoring, and therapeutic interventions
• Support patients experiencing respiratory distress and other urgent cardiopulmonary conditions
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans
• Contribute to neurodiagnostic and specialized respiratory service coverage as assigned
• Document patient care accurately and maintain compliance with professional respiratory therapy standards
• Participate in required orientation, competencies, education, and annual compliance activities
• Maintain flexibility for weekend coverage and floating assignments when operationally needed

Apply now to join this Cleveland, Ohio travel respiratory therapist opportunity and make an impact in a high-acuity emergency department.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.