Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,429 per week at Jackson HealthPros

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Bridgeton, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider where you’ll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program
• Current state license in good standing with the State License Board
• One year experience as an RRT
• BLS certification

• Experience operating invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment
• Experience with oxygen, aerosol, and nebulizer devices
• Ability to perform oximetry and capnography monitoring
• Ability to perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition
• Ability to perform pulmonary function studies
• Ability to assist with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, and chest tube placement
• Ability to perform tracheostomy care, including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes
• Ability to perform arterial puncture
• BLS and ACLS guidelines competency for cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Ability to perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via free hand technique and/or video laryngoscope system
• Experience with mechanical ventilation equipment setup, self-testing, operation, maintenance, and monitoring

Assignment Details

• 3x12 schedule
• 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to improving the lives of others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with Jackson HealthPros, you get the flexibility, stability and growth you need with the satisfaction of impacting communities nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts in cities coast to coast. Get full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance (at no cost to you) in travel contracts that give you the freedom to explore, with the stability of a full-time job. Find your perfect match with ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed for health professionals.

Location Highlights

Bridgeton offers convenient access to outdoor recreation and major regional attractions in the St. Louis metro area. Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park is about 15 minutes away and offers boating, trails, and waterfront views for an active lifestyle. Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located in Bridgeton, and Downtown St. Louis is about 25 minutes away with access to Busch Stadium, the Gateway Arch, and major dining and entertainment districts. Missouri Bottom Conservation Area is nearby for hiking and wildlife viewing, while Interstate 70 and Interstate 270 provide direct commuting options across the region.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson HealthPros Job ID #449442. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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