Posted 09/29/2026 · Job #524058
Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist | 13–Week Travel – Lawton, Oklahoma
Job Description
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Job – Hospital in Lawton, Oklahoma
Join our healthcare team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a 13-week travel assignment in Lawton, Oklahoma. In this on-site hospital role, you will provide essential respiratory care across patient populations, support critical interventions, and collaborate with care teams to improve breathing, recovery, and quality of life. Lawton offers a welcoming Southwest Oklahoma setting with access to outdoor recreation, including the nearby Wichita Mountains, along with the conveniences of a regional community.
Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,520-$1,640
- Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
- Healthcare Setting: Hospital, on-site
- Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
- Assignment Dates: October 29, 2026-January 28, 2027
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: 12-hour day shifts
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Employment Type: Travel assignment
Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- At least 1 year of professional respiratory therapy experience
- Current authorization to practice respiratory therapy in Oklahoma
- Cardiopulmonary clinical knowledge and strong patient-care skills
- Ability to work 12-hour day shifts in an on-site hospital environment
- Strong communication, patient assessment, and critical-thinking abilities
Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities
- Assess patients through interviews, physical examinations, bedside checks, and evaluation of lung capacity
- Administer aerosolized medications and perform chest physiotherapy
- Maintain patient airways and support effective ventilation
- Set up, monitor, and manage ventilators for patients requiring artificial ventilation or life support
- Respond to respiratory emergencies and participate in rapid response care, including intubation and CPR support
- Conduct and interpret blood gas analyses and pulmonary function testing
- Educate patients and families about chronic lung conditions and the use of home medical equipment
- Document assessments, respiratory treatments, patient responses, and care plans accurately
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams to support patient outcomes
Location Highlights: Lawton, Oklahoma
Located in Southwest Oklahoma, Lawton combines a friendly community atmosphere with convenient access to nature and recreation. Professionals can enjoy nearby hiking, wildlife viewing, scenic landscapes, and the Wichita Mountains area while experiencing the culture and amenities of a regional city.
Apply now to advance your respiratory therapy career with this travel Registered Respiratory Therapist opportunity in Lawton, Oklahoma.
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.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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